What is the cheapest way to get from University of California, Davis to Silicon Valley?

The cheapest way to get from University of California, Davis to Silicon Valley is to bus and BART which costs $13 - $18 and takes 4h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from University of California, Davis to Silicon Valley?

The fastest way to get from University of California, Davis to Silicon Valley is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct train between University of California, Davis and Silicon Valley?

No, there is no direct train from University of California, Davis to Silicon Valley. However, there are services departing from Davis and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound via Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from University of California, Davis to Silicon Valley?

The distance between University of California, Davis and Silicon Valley is 134 miles. The road distance is 98.3 miles.

Where do I catch the University of California, Davis to Silicon Valley train from?

University of California, Davis to Silicon Valley train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Davis station.

Can I drive from University of California, Davis to Silicon Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between University of California, Davis to Silicon Valley is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from University of California, Davis to Silicon Valley.

Where can I stay near Silicon Valley?

There are 492+ hotels available in Silicon Valley.

University of California, Davis to Silicon Valley

Q: How do I travel from University of California, Davis to Silicon Valley without a car?

The best way to get from University of California, Davis to Silicon Valley without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs $37 - $42.

Q: How long does it take to get from University of California, Davis to Silicon Valley?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from University of California, Davis to Silicon Valley, including transfers.

There are 4 ways to get from University of California, Davis to Silicon Valley by train (Amtrak), bus, subway, 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 (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Davis to Santa Clara AmtrakCapitol Corridor
3h 31m
$38–42
Bus, BART
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mrak Hall Dr & Alumni Ln to Walnut Creek BARTB
2. Take the subway from Walnut Creek to San Bruno
3. Take the bus from San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1Ecr
4h 56m
$13–18
Drive 97.8 mi
1. Drive from University of California, Davis to Silicon Valley97.8 mi
1h 56m
$18–26
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from UC Davis Memorial Union to Terminal A
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)SMF - SFO
4h 18m
$39–240

University of California, Davis to Silicon Valley by foot and train (Amtrak)

49Weekly Services

3h 31mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 132.9 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Davis to Santa Clara Amtrak every 4 hours. Tickets cost $32–35 and the journey takes 2h 38m.

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