What is the cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek?

The cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek?

The fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek is to drive which takes 58 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Silicon Valley and Boulder Creek?

No, there is no direct bus from Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Galvez and arriving at Hwy 9 & Middleton Ave via Santa Clara & 1st, Diridon Station and Cavallaro Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek?

The distance between Silicon Valley and Boulder Creek is 53 miles. The road distance is 33.7 miles.

How do I travel from Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek without a car?

The best way to get from Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 2h 48m and costs $7 - $14.

How long does it take to get from Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek?

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek bus from?

Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from El Camino & Galvez station.

Where does the Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek bus arrive?

Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Santa Clara & 2nd station.

Can I drive from Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek?

Yes, the driving distance between Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek is 34 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek.

Where can I stay near Boulder Creek?

There are 146+ hotels available in Boulder Creek.

Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek by train, bus, car, taxi, or bus (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 Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Cavallaro Transit Center17
3. Take the bus from Cavallaro Transit Center to Hwy 9 & Middleton Ave35 / ...
2h 48m
$7–14
Line 22 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Galvez to Santa Clara & 2ndRapid 522 / ...
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Cavallaro Transit Center17
3h 55m
$6–17
Drive 33.5 mi
1. Drive from Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek33.5 mi
58 min
$7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek33.5 mi
58 min
$110–150

Silicon Valley to Boulder Creek by train and bus

122Weekly Services

2h 48mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 53.1 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Silicon Valley, CA, USA and Boulder Creek, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from El Camino & Galvez to Hwy 9 & Middleton Ave via Santa Clara & 2nd, Santa Clara & 1st, San Jose Diridon, Diridon Station, and Cavallaro Transit Center in around 3h 55m.

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