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

The cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to Grass Valley is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Grass Valley is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $30 - $45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Silicon Valley to Grass Valley. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Galvez and arriving at Tinloy St at Bank St via San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich, Stockton Blvd & 65Th St, Sacramento and Nevada St at Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

How far is it from Silicon Valley to Grass Valley?

The distance between Silicon Valley and Grass Valley is 208 miles. The road distance is 168.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Silicon Valley to Grass Valley without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 18m and costs $45 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Silicon Valley to Grass Valley, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Silicon Valley to Grass Valley bus arrive?

Silicon Valley to Grass Valley bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Tully & King station.

Can I drive from Silicon Valley to Grass Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Silicon Valley to Grass Valley is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Silicon Valley to Grass Valley.

Where can I stay near Grass Valley?

There are 87+ hotels available in Grass Valley.

Silicon Valley to Grass Valley - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Silicon Valley to Grass Valley by train, bus, bus (Amtrak), or car

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Auburn AmtrakCapitol Corridor
2. Take the bus from Nevada St at Amtrak Station to Tinloy St at Bank St5
7h 18m
$46–64
Drive 167.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Silicon Valley to Grass Valley167.8 mi
3h 11m
$31–45
Line 22 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Galvez to Tully & King22
2. Take the bus from San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich to Huong Lan Sandwiches Sacramento
3. Take the bus from Sacramento to Auburn Amtrak
4. Take the bus from Nevada St at Amtrak Station to Tinloy St at Bank St5
9h 12m
$58–63

Silicon Valley to Grass Valley by train and bus

7Weekly Services

7h 18mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 206.6 mi
Duration: 7h 18m

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

You can take a bus from El Camino & Galvez to Tinloy St at Bank St via Tully & King, San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich, Huong Lan Sandwiches Sacramento, Stockton Blvd & 65Th St, 8Th St & I St, Sacramento, Auburn Amtrak, and Nevada St at Amtrak Station in around 9h 12m.

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