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

The cheapest way to get from Watsonville to Sacramento is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watsonville to Sacramento is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Watsonville and Sacramento?

No, there is no direct bus from Watsonville to Sacramento. However, there are services departing from E Beach & Union and arriving at Sacramento via Front, San Jose and Stockton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Watsonville and Sacramento?

No, there is no direct train from Watsonville to Sacramento. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Sacramento via Oakland. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Watsonville to Sacramento?

The distance between Watsonville and Sacramento is 185 miles. The road distance is 160.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watsonville to Sacramento without a car is to line 1 bus and bus and train which takes 6h 23m and costs $50 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Watsonville to Sacramento, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watsonville to Sacramento bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Watsonville to Sacramento train from?

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

Train or bus from Watsonville to Sacramento?

The best way to get from Watsonville to Sacramento is to bus which takes 8h 6m and costs $55 - $90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $140 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Watsonville to Sacramento bus arrive?

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

Where does the Watsonville to Sacramento train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watsonville to Sacramento?

Yes, the driving distance between Watsonville to Sacramento is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Watsonville to Sacramento.

Where can I stay near Sacramento?

There are 301+ hotels available in Sacramento.

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

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Line 1 bus, bus, train
best
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 Sacramentotrain
6h 23m
$52–112
Drive 159.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watsonville to Sacramentocar 159.9 mi
2h 54m
$30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus 17
2. Take the bus from San Jose to Stocktonbus
3. Take the bus from Stockton to Sacramentobus
8h 6m
$56–87
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from Oakland to Sacramentotrain Capitol Corridor / ...
7h 30m
$67–138

Watsonville to Sacramento by bus and train

56Weekly Services

6h 23mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 183.6 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

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

You can take a bus from E Beach & Union to Sacramento via Soquel Ave & Front, Front, Diridon Station, San Jose, and Stockton in around 8h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Porter / San Juan to Sacramento via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1, Salinas, and Oakland in around 7h 30m.

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