What is the cheapest way to get from Mountain View to Folsom?

The cheapest way to get from Mountain View to Folsom is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mountain View to Folsom?

The fastest way to get from Mountain View to Folsom is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Mountain View and Folsom?

No, there is no direct train from Mountain View to Folsom station. However, there are services departing from Mountain View Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Historic Folsom Station via Santa Clara Amtrak and Sacramento Valley Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Mountain View to Folsom?

The distance between Mountain View and Folsom is 163 miles. The road distance is 131.4 miles.

How do I travel from Mountain View to Folsom without a car?

The best way to get from Mountain View to Folsom without a car is to train and tram which takes 5h 27m and costs $35 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Mountain View to Folsom?

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Mountain View to Folsom, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mountain View to Folsom train from?

Mountain View to Folsom train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Clara Amtrak station.

Where does the Mountain View to Folsom train arrive?

Mountain View to Folsom train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Sacramento station.

Can I drive from Mountain View to Folsom?

Yes, the driving distance between Mountain View to Folsom is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Mountain View to Folsom.

Where can I stay near Folsom?

There are 144+ hotels available in Folsom.

Mountain View to Folsom - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, car, and Caltrain

There are 3 ways to get from Mountain View to Folsom by train, tram, car, or plane

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

Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Sacramentotrain Capitol Corridor
2. Take the tram from Sacramento Valley Station to Historic Folsom Stationtram Gold
5h 27m
$36–78
Drive 130.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mountain View to Folsomcar 130.6 mi
2h 31m
$24–35
Caltrain, fly, tram
1. Take the train from Mountain View Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane SFO - SMF
3. Take the tram from Sacramento Valley Station to Historic Folsom Stationtram
4h 29m
$63–405

Mountain View to Folsom by train and tram

49Weekly Services

5h 27mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mountain View to Folsom.

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Distance: 161.9 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Mountain View, Santa Clara County, CA, USA and Folsom, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Mountain View to Folsom. However, you can take the train to Santa Clara Caltrain Southbound, take the train to Sacramento, walk to Sacramento Valley Station, then take the vehicle to Historic Folsom Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Mountain View to Folsom in around 2h 31m.

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