What is the cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to California?

The cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to California is to bus which costs $40 - $65 and takes 11h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to California?

The fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to California is to Caltrain and fly which takes 3h 7m and costs $45 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Silicon Valley and California?

No, there is no direct bus from Silicon Valley to California station. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals via Redwood City Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Silicon Valley and California?

No, there is no direct train from Silicon Valley to California. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Los Angeles via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 13m.

How far is it from Silicon Valley to California?

The distance between Silicon Valley and California is 117 miles. The road distance is 357.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Silicon Valley to California without a car is to bus via San Jose which takes 7h 28m and costs $58 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Silicon Valley to California?

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Silicon Valley to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Silicon Valley to California bus from?

Silicon Valley to California bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Redwood City Station.

Where do I catch the Silicon Valley to California train from?

Silicon Valley to California train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Train or bus from Silicon Valley to California?

The best way to get from Silicon Valley to California is to bus via San Jose which takes 7h 28m and costs $58 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $160 and takes 12h 13m.

Where does the Silicon Valley to California bus arrive?

Silicon Valley to California bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals.

Where does the Silicon Valley to California train arrive?

Silicon Valley to California train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Silicon Valley to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Silicon Valley to California is 358 miles. It takes approximately 5h 59m to drive from Silicon Valley to California.

Where can I stay near California?

There are 17+ hotels available in California.

Silicon Valley to California - 6 ways to travel via train, Caltrain, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Silicon Valley to California by train, plane, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Flixbus)

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

Caltrain, fly
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northbound
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)SFO - SMF
3h 7m
$49–291
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Redwood City Station to Los Angeles Union Station ArrivalsFlixBus N2002
8h 56m
$42–97
Bus via San Jose
1. Take the bus from San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich to Chinatown StationSan Fran
7h 28m
$58–59
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Jose to Los AngelesCoast Starlight
12h 13m
$105–157
Drive 355.7 mi
1. Drive from Silicon Valley to Los Angeles355.7 mi
5h 59m
$65–94
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from San Jose to Los Angeles DowntownSan José
11h 31m
$42–65

Silicon Valley to California by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

12h 13mAverage Duration

$105Cheapest Price

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Distance: 116.1 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

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

Hoang Express operates a bus from San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich to Chinatown Station once daily. Tickets cost $50 and the journey takes 5h 8m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Jose to Los Angeles once daily. Tickets cost $100–150 and the journey takes 10h 45m.

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