What is the cheapest way to get from Watsonville to Alameda?

The cheapest way to get from Watsonville to Alameda is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watsonville to Alameda?

The fastest way to get from Watsonville to Alameda is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Watsonville and Alameda?

No, there is no direct bus from Watsonville to Alameda. However, there are services departing from Rodriguez / Second and arriving at Oakland via Salinas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Watsonville and Alameda?

No, there is no direct train from Watsonville to Alameda. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Oakland via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Watsonville to Alameda?

The distance between Watsonville and Alameda is 90 miles. The road distance is 84 miles.

How do I travel from Watsonville to Alameda without a car?

The best way to get from Watsonville to Alameda without a car is to line 1 bus and bus and BART which takes 3h 33m and costs $20 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Watsonville to Alameda?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Watsonville to Alameda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watsonville to Alameda bus from?

Watsonville to Alameda bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from Rodriguez / Second station.

Where do I catch the Watsonville to Alameda train from?

Watsonville to Alameda train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Train or bus from Watsonville to Alameda?

The best way to get from Watsonville to Alameda is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs $35 - $80. Alternatively, you can line 28 bus and bus, which costs $40 - $70 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Watsonville to Alameda bus arrive?

Watsonville to Alameda bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 station.

Where does the Watsonville to Alameda train arrive?

Watsonville to Alameda train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oakland station.

Can I drive from Watsonville to Alameda?

Yes, the driving distance between Watsonville to Alameda is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Watsonville to Alameda.

Where can I stay near Alameda?

There are 774+ hotels available in Alameda.

Watsonville to Alameda - 5 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus, and BART

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There are 5 ways to get from Watsonville to Alameda by bus, subway, train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus (Amtrak)

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Line 1 bus, bus, BART
best
1. Take the bus from E Beach & Union to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 1
2. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus 17
3. Take the subway from Berryessa / North San Jose to Fruitvalesubway
3h 33m
$20–36
Drive 83.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watsonville to Alamedacar 83.5 mi
1h 33m
$16–22
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
4h 40m
$38–78
Line 1 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lincoln & E Lake to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 1
2. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus 17
3. Take the train from San Jose to Oaklandtrain
4h 14m
$26–51
Line 28 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Rodriguez / Second to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1bus 28 / ...
2. Take the bus from Salinas to Oaklandbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 48m
$43–68

Watsonville to Alameda by bus and subway

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Distance: 89.7 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Watsonville, CA, USA and Alameda, Alameda County, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Oakland once daily. Tickets cost $35–75 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rodriguez / Second to Oakland via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 and Salinas in around 4h 48m.

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