What is the cheapest way to get from Alameda to Capitola?

The cheapest way to get from Alameda to Capitola is to drive which costs $12 - $19 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alameda to Capitola?

The fastest way to get from Alameda to Capitola is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Alameda and Capitola?

No, there is no direct bus from Alameda to Capitola. However, there are services departing from Oakland and arriving at 41st Ave & Clares via Diridon Station and Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Alameda to Capitola?

The distance between Alameda and Capitola is 79 miles. The road distance is 69.9 miles.

How do I travel from Alameda to Capitola without a car?

The best way to get from Alameda to Capitola without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 53m and costs $20 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Alameda to Capitola?

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Alameda to Capitola, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alameda to Capitola bus from?

Alameda to Capitola bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Oakland station.

Where does the Alameda to Capitola bus arrive?

Alameda to Capitola bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Alameda to Capitola?

Yes, the driving distance between Alameda to Capitola is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Alameda to Capitola.

Where can I stay near Capitola?

There are 177+ hotels available in Capitola.

Alameda to Capitola - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, BART, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Alameda to Capitola by train, bus, subway, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Oakland to San Josetrain Capitol Corridor / ...
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
2h 53m
$20–44
Drive 69.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alameda to Capitolacar 69.5 mi
1h 26m
$13–19
BART, bus
1. Take the subway from Fruitvale to Berryessa / North San Josesubway Orange-S / ...
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
2h 55m
$18–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oakland to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
3h 46m
$25–42

Alameda to Capitola by train and bus

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2h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 78.6 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Alameda, Alameda County, CA, USA and Capitola, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Oakland to 41st Ave & Clares via San Jose, Diridon Station, Soquel Ave & Front, and Front & Soquel Ave in around 3h 46m.

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