What is the cheapest way to get from Watsonville to Elk Grove?

The cheapest way to get from Watsonville to Elk Grove is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watsonville to Elk Grove?

The fastest way to get from Watsonville to Elk Grove is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Watsonville and Elk Grove?

No, there is no direct bus from Watsonville to Elk Grove. However, there are services departing from E Beach & Union and arriving at Sacramento via Front, San Jose Diridon, Santa Clara & 1st and San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Watsonville and Elk Grove?

No, there is no direct train from Watsonville to Elk Grove station. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at CRC Station via Oakland and 8th & O Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

How far is it from Watsonville to Elk Grove?

The distance between Watsonville and Elk Grove is 202 miles. The road distance is 149.2 miles.

How do I travel from Watsonville to Elk Grove without a car?

The best way to get from Watsonville to Elk Grove without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 29m and costs $75 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Watsonville to Elk Grove?

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Watsonville to Elk Grove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watsonville to Elk Grove bus from?

Watsonville to Elk Grove bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Front station.

Where do I catch the Watsonville to Elk Grove train from?

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

Train or bus from Watsonville to Elk Grove?

The best way to get from Watsonville to Elk Grove is to bus which takes 8h 10m and costs $85 - $140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $90 - $170 and takes 8h 37m.

Where does the Watsonville to Elk Grove bus arrive?

Watsonville to Elk Grove bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Diridon Station.

Where does the Watsonville to Elk Grove train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watsonville to Elk Grove?

Yes, the driving distance between Watsonville to Elk Grove is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Watsonville to Elk Grove.

Where can I stay near Elk Grove?

There are 232+ hotels available in Elk Grove.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus 17
2. Take the train from San Jose to Sacramentotrain Capitol Corridor / ...
7h 29m
$76–140
Drive 148.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watsonville to Elk Grovecar 148.4 mi
2h 49m
$28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus 17
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Sacramentobus Route 2
8h 10m
$89–139
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from Oakland to Sacramentotrain Capitol Corridor / ...
8h 37m
$91–166

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Distance: 200.7 mi
Duration: 7h 29m

What companies run services between Watsonville, CA, USA and Elk Grove, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from E Beach & Union to Elk Grove via Soquel Ave & Front, Front, Diridon Station, San Jose Diridon, Santa Clara & 1st, Tully & King, San Jose, and Sacramento in around 8h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Porter / San Juan to Elk Grove via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1, Salinas, Oakland, Sacramento, 8th & O Station, and CRC Station in around 8h 37m.

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