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

Composite routes from Santa Cruz to San Jose

Cheapest
38 min
Car
49 km.
from $2

Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

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

Bus operators

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.29

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Cruz to San Jose is to drive which costs $5.43 - $8.15 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Cruz to San Jose is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $5.43 - $8.15 .

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Front and arriving at Diridon Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Santa Cruz to San Jose?

The distance between Santa Cruz and San Jose is 51 km. The road distance is 49.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Cruz to San Jose without a car is to bus which takes 58 min and costs $1.96 - $7.07 .

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

The bus from Front to Diridon Station takes 58 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Santa Cruz to San Jose bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Front station.

Train, bus or fly from Santa Cruz to San Jose?

The best way to get from Santa Cruz to San Jose is to bus which takes 58 min and costs $1.96 - $7.07 . There are no good options to train or fly between Santa Cruz to San Jose.

Where does the Santa Cruz to San Jose bus arrive?

Santa Cruz to San Jose bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Diridon Station.

Can I drive from Santa Cruz to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Cruz to San Jose is 50 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Santa Cruz to San Jose.

Where can I stay near San Jose?

There are 489+ hotels available in San Jose. Prices start at $76.96 per night.
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