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

The cheapest way to get from Watsonville to California is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watsonville to California is to drive which takes 5h 37m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Watsonville and California?

No, there is no direct bus from Watsonville to California. However, there are services departing from Gilroy, CA McDonalds and arriving at Spring / 2nd via Broadway / Chinatown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Watsonville and California?

No, there is no direct train from Watsonville to California. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Los Angeles via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 52m.

How far is it from Watsonville to California?

The distance between Watsonville and California is 333 miles. The road distance is 323.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watsonville to California without a car is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs $110 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Watsonville to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watsonville to California bus from?

Watsonville to California bus services, operated by Xe Do Hoang Transportation, depart from Gilroy, CA McDonalds station.

Where do I catch the Watsonville to California train from?

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

Train or bus from Watsonville to California?

The best way to get from Watsonville to California is to bus which takes 5h 50m and costs $110 - $130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $85 - $220 and takes 10h 52m.

Where does the Watsonville to California bus arrive?

Watsonville to California bus services, operated by Xe Do Hoang Transportation, arrive at Chinatown Metro Station - Los Angeles, CA.

Where does the Watsonville to California train arrive?

Watsonville to California train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Watsonville to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Watsonville to California is 324 miles. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Watsonville to California.

Where can I stay near California?

There are 3396+ hotels available in California.

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There are 3 ways to get from Watsonville to California by bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gilroy, CA McDonalds to Chinatown Metro Station - Los Angeles, CAbus San Jose
5h 50m
$110–127
Drive 321.9 mi
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1. Drive from Watsonville to Los Angelescar 321.9 mi
5h 37m
$59–85
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to Los Angelestrain Coast Starlight
10h 52m
$88–213

Watsonville to California by bus, foot, and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 330.7 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Watsonville, CA, USA and California, USA?

Xe Do Hoang Transportation operates a bus from Gilroy, CA McDonalds to Chinatown Metro Station - Los Angeles, CA once daily. Tickets cost $44–48 and the journey takes 5h 4m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Los Angeles once daily. Tickets cost $85–210 and the journey takes 9h 5m.

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