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 E Beach & Union and arriving at 1st / Los Angeles via Front, Santa Clara & 1st, San Jose, CA - Huong Lan Sandwich and Main / College. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 34m.

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 400 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 10h 34m and costs $50 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 10h 34m 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 Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Front 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 10h 34m and costs $50 - $85. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $95 - $220 and takes 10h 52m.

Where does the Watsonville to California bus arrive?

Watsonville to California bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at E Santa Clara & S 1st station.

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 3441+ hotels available in California.

Watsonville to California - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Watsonville to California by bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Amtrak, Flixbus)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Front to E Santa Clara & S 1stbus 17
2. Take the bus from San Jose, CA - Huong Lan Sandwich to Los Angeles, CA - Chinatown Stationbus San Jose
10h 34m
$52–81
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to Los Angelestrain Coast Starlight
10h 52m
$98–213
Drive 321.9 mi
1. Drive from Watsonville to Los Angelescar 321.9 mi
5h 37m
$59–85
Bus via Santa Barbara
1. Take the bus from Salinas to Santa Barbarabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
11h 23m
$86–135

Watsonville to California by bus

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10h 34mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 397.5 mi
Duration: 10h 34m

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

You can take a bus from E Beach & Union to 1st / Los Angeles via Soquel Ave & Front, Front, Santa Clara & 1st, Tully & King, San Jose, CA - Huong Lan Sandwich, Los Angeles, CA - Chinatown Station, and Main / College in around 10h 34m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Los Angeles once daily. Tickets cost $95–210 and the journey takes 9h 5m.

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