What is the cheapest way to get from Watsonville to San Francisco?

The cheapest way to get from Watsonville to San Francisco is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watsonville to San Francisco?

The fastest way to get from Watsonville to San Francisco is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Watsonville and San Francisco?

No, there is no direct bus from Watsonville to San Francisco. However, there are services departing from E Beach & Union and arriving at San Francisco via Front and San Jose Diridon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Watsonville and San Francisco?

No, there is no direct train from Watsonville to San Francisco. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at San Francisco Caltrain Northbound via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Watsonville to San Francisco?

The distance between Watsonville and San Francisco is 97 miles. The road distance is 87.5 miles.

How do I travel from Watsonville to San Francisco without a car?

The best way to get from Watsonville to San Francisco without a car is to line 1 bus and bus and Caltrain which takes 3h 41m and costs $21 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Watsonville to San Francisco?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Watsonville to San Francisco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watsonville to San Francisco bus from?

Watsonville to San Francisco bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from E Beach & Union station.

Where do I catch the Watsonville to San Francisco train from?

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

Train or bus from Watsonville to San Francisco?

The best way to get from Watsonville to San Francisco is to train and Caltrain which takes 4h 53m and costs $30 - $65. Alternatively, you can line 1 bus and bus, which costs $19 - $35 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Watsonville to San Francisco bus arrive?

Watsonville to San Francisco bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Soquel Ave & Front station.

Where does the Watsonville to San Francisco train arrive?

Watsonville to San Francisco train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Watsonville to San Francisco?

Yes, the driving distance between Watsonville to San Francisco is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Watsonville to San Francisco.

Where can I stay near San Francisco?

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

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Line 1 bus, bus, Caltrain
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 Diridon Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain
3h 41m
$21–33
Drive 87 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watsonville to San Franciscocar 87 mi
1h 41m
$16–23
Train, Caltrain
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
4h 53m
$33–60
Line 1 bus, bus
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 bus from San Jose Diridon Station to San Franciscobus
4h 11m
$19–34

Watsonville to San Francisco by bus and train

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Distance: 96.8 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Watsonville, CA, USA and San Francisco, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Porter / San Juan to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1, Salinas, San Jose, and San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from E Beach & Union to San Francisco via Soquel Ave & Front, Front, Diridon Station, and San Jose Diridon Station in around 4h 11m.

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