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

The cheapest way to get from Gilroy to Folsom is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gilroy to Folsom is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Gilroy and Folsom?

No, there is no direct train from Gilroy to Folsom station. However, there are services departing from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Historic Folsom Station via San Jose and Sacramento Valley Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Gilroy to Folsom?

The distance between Gilroy and Folsom is 173 miles. The road distance is 157.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gilroy to Folsom without a car is to bus which takes 5h 32m and costs $66 - $72.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Gilroy to Folsom, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gilroy to Folsom train from?

Gilroy to Folsom train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound station.

Train or bus from Gilroy to Folsom?

The best way to get from Gilroy to Folsom is to bus which takes 5h 32m and costs $66 - $72. Alternatively, you can Caltrain and train, which costs $45 - $100 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Gilroy to Folsom train arrive?

Gilroy to Folsom train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Gilroy to Folsom?

Yes, the driving distance between Gilroy to Folsom is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Gilroy to Folsom.

Where can I stay near Folsom?

There are 109+ hotels available in Folsom.

Gilroy to Folsom - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, Caltrain, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Gilroy to Folsom by bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gilroy, CA McDonalds to Petro - Santa Nellabus San Jose
2. Take the bus from Petro - Santa Nella to Sacramento, CAbus San Jose
5h 32m
$66–71
Drive 157 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gilroy to Folsomcar 157 mi
2h 57m
$29–42
Caltrain, train
1. Take the train from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northboundtrain South County
2. Take the train from San Jose to Sacramentotrain Capitol Corridor / ...
6h 18m
$45–97

Gilroy to Folsom by train and tram

20Weekly Services

6h 18mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Gilroy to Folsom.

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Distance: 171.8 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Gilroy, CA McDonalds to Historic Folsom Station via Petro - Santa Nella, Sacramento, CA, 65Th St & Stockton Blvd, University/65Th Lrt & Bay 4, and University/65th Street Station in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound to Historic Folsom Station via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound, San Jose, Sacramento, and Sacramento Valley Station in around 6h 18m.

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