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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from San Francisco to Santa Cruz

Composite routes from San Francisco to Santa Cruz

Cheapest
1 h 21 min
Car
116 km.
from $6
Other
2 h 14 min
94 km.
from $29.59
2 h 30 min
Train, Bus
94 km.
from $20.67

Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.24–$11.96

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Bus from Diridon Station to Front
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Civic Center / UN Plaza to Berryessa
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.07–$9.78

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Francisco to San
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.52–$35.87

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from Diridon Station to Front
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.85–$7.07

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Santa Cruz?

The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Santa Cruz is to drive which costs $11.96 - $19.57 and takes 1h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to Santa Cruz?

The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Santa Cruz is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs $11.96 - $19.57 .

Is there a direct bus between San Francisco and Santa Cruz?

No, there is no direct bus from San Francisco to Santa Cruz. However, there are services departing from San Francisco and arriving at Front via Diridon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from San Francisco to Santa Cruz?

The distance between San Francisco and Santa Cruz is 129 km. The road distance is 116.8 km.

How do I travel from San Francisco to Santa Cruz without a car?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Santa Cruz without a car is to bus which takes 2h 14m and costs $8.15 - $42.39 .

How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Santa Cruz?

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from San Francisco to Santa Cruz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Francisco to Santa Cruz bus from?

San Francisco to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Francisco station.

Where does the San Francisco to Santa Cruz bus arrive?

San Francisco to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Jose Diridon Station.

Can I drive from San Francisco to Santa Cruz?

Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Santa Cruz is 117 km. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from San Francisco to Santa Cruz.

Where can I stay near Santa Cruz?

There are 116+ hotels available in Santa Cruz. Prices start at $70.48 per night.
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