What is the cheapest way to get from Walnut Creek to Nevada City?

The cheapest way to get from Walnut Creek to Nevada City is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Walnut Creek to Nevada City?

The fastest way to get from Walnut Creek to Nevada City is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Walnut Creek and Nevada City?

No, there is no direct train from Walnut Creek to Nevada City station. However, there are services departing from Walnut Creek and arriving at Colfax Amtrak Station via MacArthur and Richmond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Walnut Creek to Nevada City?

The distance between Walnut Creek and Nevada City is 168 miles. The road distance is 130.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Walnut Creek to Nevada City without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs $85 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Walnut Creek to Nevada City?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Walnut Creek to Nevada City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Walnut Creek to Nevada City train from?

Walnut Creek to Nevada City train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Richmond station.

Where does the Walnut Creek to Nevada City train arrive?

Walnut Creek to Nevada City train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Colfax Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Walnut Creek to Nevada City?

Yes, the driving distance between Walnut Creek to Nevada City is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Walnut Creek to Nevada City.

Where can I stay near Nevada City?

There are 91+ hotels available in Nevada City.

Walnut Creek to Nevada City - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Walnut Creek to Nevada City by train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Richmond to Colfax Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
5h 9m
$90–157
Drive 129.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Walnut Creek to Nevada Citycar 129.8 mi
2h 20m
$24–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Martinez to Auburn Amtraktrain Capitol Corridor
2. Take the bus from Nevada St at Amtrak Station to Tinloy St at Bank Stbus 5
6h 36m
$34–73

Walnut Creek to Nevada City by bus and train

7Weekly Services

6h 36mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.3 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Richmond to Colfax Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 3h 4m.

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