What is the cheapest way to get from Aptos to Gilroy?

The cheapest way to get from Aptos to Gilroy is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Aptos to Gilroy?

The fastest way to get from Aptos to Gilroy is to drive which takes 39 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Aptos and Gilroy?

No, there is no direct bus from Aptos to Gilroy station. However, there are services departing from Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd and arriving at Monterey / Gilroy Train Station via Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2 and Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Aptos to Gilroy?

The distance between Aptos and Gilroy is 42 miles. The road distance is 27.5 miles.

How do I travel from Aptos to Gilroy without a car?

The best way to get from Aptos to Gilroy without a car is to line 2 bus and line 29 bus and line 59 bus which takes 3h 18m and costs $6 - $14.

How long does it take to get from Aptos to Gilroy?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Aptos to Gilroy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aptos to Gilroy bus from?

Aptos to Gilroy bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd station.

Where does the Aptos to Gilroy bus arrive?

Aptos to Gilroy bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Watsonville Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Aptos to Gilroy?

Yes, the driving distance between Aptos to Gilroy is 27 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Aptos to Gilroy.

Where can I stay near Gilroy?

There are 54+ hotels available in Gilroy.

Aptos to Gilroy - 5 ways to travel via line 2 bus, line 29 bus, and line 59 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Aptos to Gilroy by bus, car, taxi, shuttle, or bus (Amtrak)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 2 bus, line 29 bus, line 59 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd to Watsonville Transit Centerbus 2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2 to Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ridebus 29
3. Take the bus from Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride to Monterey / Gilroy Train Stationbus 59
3h 18m
$6–14
Drive 27.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aptos to Gilroycar 27.3 mi
39 min
$5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aptos to Gilroytaxi 27.3 mi
39 min
$95–120
Line 1 bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Soquel Dr & State Park Dr to Freedom Blvd & Crestview Drbus 1
2. Take a shuttle bus from Watsonville to Gilroyshuttle Cbx
1h 57m
$18–30
Line 2 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd to River St S. & Soquel Avebus 2
2. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus 17
3. Take the bus from San Jose Diridon to Gilroy Transit Centerbus 68
3h 40m
$6–19

Aptos to Gilroy by bus

20Weekly Buses

3h 18mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 41.7 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Aptos, CA, USA and Gilroy, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd to Monterey / Gilroy Train Station via Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2 and Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride in around 3h 18m.

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