What is the cheapest way to get from Watsonville to Santa Clara?

The cheapest way to get from Watsonville to Santa Clara is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Watsonville to Santa Clara?

The fastest way to get from Watsonville to Santa Clara is to drive which takes 54 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Watsonville and Santa Clara?

No, there is no direct bus from Watsonville to Santa Clara station. However, there are services departing from Lincoln & E Lake and arriving at Diridon Station via Front. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Watsonville to Santa Clara?

The distance between Watsonville and Santa Clara is 53 miles. The road distance is 46.5 miles.

How do I travel from Watsonville to Santa Clara without a car?

The best way to get from Watsonville to Santa Clara without a car is to line 1 bus and bus which takes 2h 28m and costs $15 - $28.

How long does it take to get from Watsonville to Santa Clara?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Watsonville to Santa Clara, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watsonville to Santa Clara bus from?

Watsonville to Santa Clara bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Lincoln & E Lake station.

Where does the Watsonville to Santa Clara bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watsonville to Santa Clara?

Yes, the driving distance between Watsonville to Santa Clara is 47 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Watsonville to Santa Clara.

Where can I stay near Santa Clara?

There are 529+ hotels available in Santa Clara.

Watsonville to Santa Clara - 3 ways to travel via line 1 bus, bus, car

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There are 3 ways to get from Watsonville to Santa Clara by bus (Amtrak), car, or taxi

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Line 1 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lincoln & E Lake to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 1
2. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus 17
2h 28m
$15–28
Drive 46.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watsonville to Santa Claracar 46.2 mi
54 min
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Watsonville to Santa Clarataxi 46.2 mi
54 min
$150–190

Watsonville to Santa Clara by bus and train

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2h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 52.6 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Watsonville, CA, USA and Santa Clara, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Lincoln & E Lake to Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound via Soquel Ave & Front, Front, Diridon Station, and San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound in around 2h 28m.

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