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

The cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to Castro Valley is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Castro Valley is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Silicon Valley and Castro Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Silicon Valley to Castro Valley station. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Galvez and arriving at Hayward Bus Station via Santa Clara & 1st and San Jose Diridon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Silicon Valley and Castro Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Silicon Valley to Castro Valley. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Hayward Amtrak via Santa Clara Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Silicon Valley to Castro Valley?

The distance between Silicon Valley and Castro Valley is 43 miles. The road distance is 22.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Silicon Valley to Castro Valley without a car is to Caltrain and train which takes 2h 2m and costs $17 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Silicon Valley to Castro Valley, including transfers.

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

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

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

Silicon Valley to Castro Valley train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound station.

Train or bus from Silicon Valley to Castro Valley?

The best way to get from Silicon Valley to Castro Valley is to Caltrain and train which takes 2h 2m and costs $17 - $20. Alternatively, you can line 22 bus and bus, which costs $14 - $23 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Silicon Valley to Castro Valley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Silicon Valley to Castro Valley train arrive?

Silicon Valley to Castro Valley train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Santa Clara Caltrain Southbound station.

Can I drive from Silicon Valley to Castro Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Silicon Valley to Castro Valley is 22 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Silicon Valley to Castro Valley.

Where can I stay near Castro Valley?

There are 281+ hotels available in Castro Valley.

Silicon Valley to Castro Valley - 5 ways to travel via train, Caltrain, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Silicon Valley to Castro Valley by train (Amtrak), bus, subway, car, taxi, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Caltrain, train
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound to Santa Clara Caltrain SouthboundLocal Weekday / ...
2. Take the train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Hayward AmtrakCapitol Corridor
2h 2m
$17–19
Drive 22.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Silicon Valley to Castro Valley22.1 mi
31 min
$4–6
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Daly City BART-Bay 3Ecr
2. Take the subway from Daly City to Castro ValleyBlue-N
3h 7m
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Silicon Valley to Castro Valley22.1 mi
31 min
$80–100
Line 22 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Galvez to Santa Clara & 2ndRapid 522 / ...
2. Take the bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Hayward Bus StationGreyhound US0831
3h 10m
$14–23

Silicon Valley to Castro Valley by train

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2h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 43.1 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

You can take a train from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound to Hayward Amtrak via Santa Clara Amtrak in around 2h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Camino & Galvez to Hayward Bus Station via Santa Clara & 2nd, Santa Clara & 1st, and San Jose Diridon Station in around 3h 10m.

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