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

The cheapest way to get from Capitola to Gilroy is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Capitola to Gilroy is to drive which takes 43 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Capitola and Gilroy?

No, there is no direct bus from Capitola to Gilroy. However, there are services departing from Soquel Dr & Daubenbiss Ave and arriving at Gilroy Transit Center via Front and San Jose Diridon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Capitola to Gilroy?

The distance between Capitola and Gilroy is 32 miles. The road distance is 30.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Capitola to Gilroy without a car is to line 1 bus and shuttle which takes 2h 2m and costs $18 - $30.

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

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

Where do I catch the Capitola to Gilroy bus from?

Capitola to Gilroy bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Front station.

Where does the Capitola to Gilroy bus arrive?

Capitola to Gilroy bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Diridon Station.

Can I drive from Capitola to Gilroy?

Yes, the driving distance between Capitola to Gilroy is 31 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Capitola to Gilroy.

Where can I stay near Gilroy?

There are 60+ hotels available in Gilroy.

Capitola to Gilroy - 5 ways to travel via line 1 bus, shuttle, car, and taxi

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

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

Line 1 bus, shuttle
best
1. Take the bus from Soquel Dr & Capitola Ave to Freedom Blvd & Crestview Dr1
2. Take a shuttle bus from Watsonville to GilroyCbx
2h 2m
$18–30
Drive 30.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Capitola to Gilroy30.5 mi
43 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Capitola to Gilroy30.5 mi
43 min
$100–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Station17
2. Take the bus from San Jose Diridon to Gilroy Transit Center68 / ...
3h 18m
$6–99
Bus, Caltrain
1. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Station17
2. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound to Gilroy Caltrain SouthboundSouth County
3h 21m
$11–23

Capitola to Gilroy by bus and shuttle

7Weekly Services

2h 2mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 32.1 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Soquel Dr & Daubenbiss Ave to Gilroy Transit Center via Soquel Ave & Front, Front, Diridon Station, and San Jose Diridon in around 3h 18m.

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