What is the cheapest way to get from Mill Valley to Capitola?

The cheapest way to get from Mill Valley to Capitola is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mill Valley to Capitola?

The fastest way to get from Mill Valley to Capitola is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $15 - $23.

How far is it from Mill Valley to Capitola?

The distance between Mill Valley and Capitola is 97 miles. The road distance is 86.6 miles.

How do I travel from Mill Valley to Capitola without a car?

The best way to get from Mill Valley to Capitola without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 3h 28m and costs $75 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Mill Valley to Capitola?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Mill Valley to Capitola, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mill Valley to Capitola bus from?

Mill Valley to Capitola bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, depart from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A station.

Where does the Mill Valley to Capitola bus arrive?

Mill Valley to Capitola bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at Mission St & 4th St station.

Can I drive from Mill Valley to Capitola?

Yes, the driving distance between Mill Valley to Capitola is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Mill Valley to Capitola.

Where can I stay near Capitola?

There are 97+ hotels available in Capitola.

Mill Valley to Capitola - 5 ways to travel via Caltrain, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Mill Valley and Capitola?

No, there is no direct bus from Mill Valley to Capitola. However, there are services departing from E Blithedale Ave & Hill St and arriving at 41st Ave & Clares via San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A, 4th St & Market St, San Francisco, Diridon Station and Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

There are 5 ways to get from Mill Valley to Capitola by train, bus, car, subway, or bus (Flixbus, Amtrak)

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

Caltrain, bus
best
1. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
3h 28m
$77–102
Drive 86.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mill Valley to Capitolacar 86.1 mi
1h 51m
$16–23
Bus, Caltrain
1. Take the bus from Manzanita Park and Ride to San Francisco Airportbus
2. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
4h 47m
$58–79
Line 120 bus, BART, bus
1. Take the bus from Manzanita Park & Ride Lot to Mission St & 2nd Stbus 120
2. Take the subway from Montgomery Street to Berryessa / North San Josesubway
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
5h 9m
$27–51
Line 101 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Mission St & 4th Stbus 101
2. Take the bus from San Francisco to San Jose Diridon Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
5h 28m
$26–45

Mill Valley to Capitola by bus and subway

197Weekly Services

5h 9mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 96.2 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Mill Valley, CA, USA and Capitola, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from E Blithedale Ave & Hill St to 41st Ave & Clares via San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A, Mission St & 4th St, 4th St & Market St, 5th St & Brannan St, San Francisco, San Jose Diridon Station, Diridon Station, Soquel Ave & Front, and Front & Soquel Ave in around 5h 28m.

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