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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Gilroy and Capitola?

No, there is no direct bus from Gilroy station to Capitola. However, there are services departing from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station and arriving at Bay Ave. & Rosedale via Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride and Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Gilroy to Capitola?

The distance between Gilroy and Capitola is 65 miles. The road distance is 30.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gilroy to Capitola without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 2h 20m and costs $18 - $30.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Gilroy to Capitola, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gilroy to Capitola bus from?

Gilroy to Capitola bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station.

Where does the Gilroy to Capitola bus arrive?

Gilroy to Capitola bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride station.

Can I drive from Gilroy to Capitola?

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

Where can I stay near Capitola?

There are 183+ hotels available in Capitola.

Gilroy to Capitola - 5 ways to travel via Caltrain, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Caltrain, bus
best
1. Take the train from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northboundtrain South County
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
2h 20m
$18–30
Drive 30.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gilroy to Capitolacar 30.5 mi
43 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gilroy to Capitolataxi 30.5 mi
43 min
$100–130
Line 59 bus, line 29 bus, line 73 bus
1. Take the bus from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station to Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ridebus 59
2. Take the bus from Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride to Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2bus 29
3. Take the bus from Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 2 to Bay Ave. & Rosedalebus 73
3h 4m
$6–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Monterey & 5th to San Jose Diridonbus 68
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
3h 14m
$14–26

Gilroy to Capitola by train and bus

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2h 20mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 65 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station to Bay Ave. & Rosedale via Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride and Watsonville Transit Center - Lane 2 in around 3h 4m.

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