What is the cheapest way to get from Walnut Creek to Mendocino?

The cheapest way to get from Walnut Creek to Mendocino is to bus via Santa Rosa which costs $21 - $45 and takes 7h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Walnut Creek to Mendocino?

The fastest way to get from Walnut Creek to Mendocino is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Walnut Creek and Mendocino?

No, there is no direct bus from Walnut Creek to Mendocino. However, there are services departing from Walnut Creek BART and arriving at Little Lake St & Kasten St via Martinez and Pear Tree Center - Ross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

How far is it from Walnut Creek to Mendocino?

The distance between Walnut Creek and Mendocino is 196 miles. The road distance is 161.9 miles.

How do I travel from Walnut Creek to Mendocino without a car?

The best way to get from Walnut Creek to Mendocino without a car is to bus which takes 7h 3m and costs $40 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Walnut Creek to Mendocino?

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from Walnut Creek to Mendocino, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Walnut Creek to Mendocino bus from?

Walnut Creek to Mendocino bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Martinez station.

Where does the Walnut Creek to Mendocino bus arrive?

Walnut Creek to Mendocino bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Walnut Creek to Mendocino?

Yes, the driving distance between Walnut Creek to Mendocino is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Walnut Creek to Mendocino.

Where can I stay near Mendocino?

There are 125+ hotels available in Mendocino.

Walnut Creek to Mendocino - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and BART

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There are 5 ways to get from Walnut Creek to Mendocino by bus (Amtrak), car, bus, or subway

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Martinez to Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Pear Tree Center - Ross to Little Lake St & Kasten Stbus 65
7h 3m
$41–80
Bus via Santa Rosa
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fremont St & Mission St to Santa Rosa Transit Mallbus 172
2. Take the bus from 2nd Street Transit Mall to Little Lake St & Kasten Stbus 65
7h 53m
$21–44
Drive 161 mi
1. Drive from Walnut Creek to Mendocinocar 161 mi
3h 27m
$30–43
Bus via Petaluma
1. Take the bus from Petaluma to Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Pear Tree Center - Ross to Little Lake St & Kasten Stbus 65
8h 3m
$41–79
BART, bus
1. Take the subway from Walnut Creek to San Francisco International Airportsubway
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Sonoma Co Airport Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Sonoma County Airport to Little Lake St & Kasten Stbus 65
8h 21m
$44–114

Walnut Creek to Mendocino by bus

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7h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 194.9 mi
Duration: 7h 3m

What companies run services between Walnut Creek, CA, USA and Mendocino, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Walnut Creek BART to Little Lake St & Kasten St via Martinez Amtrak Unloading, Martinez, Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop, and Pear Tree Center - Ross in around 7h 3m.

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