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How to Travel from

California to Santa Cruz

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Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Los Angeles to San
Ave. Duration:
9h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.95–$178.34
Bus from Diridon Station to Front
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.75–$191.08

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.12–$114.65
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.85–$108.28

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:
$2.29–$8.28

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from California to Santa Cruz?

The cheapest way to get from California to Santa Cruz is to bus via Salinas which costs $31.52 - $103.26 and takes 9h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from California to Santa Cruz?

The fastest way to get from California to Santa Cruz is to drive which takes 5h 52m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between California and Santa Cruz?

No, there is no direct bus from California station to Santa Cruz. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Union Station and arriving at Front via Diridon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from California to Santa Cruz?

The distance between California and Santa Cruz is 605 km. The road distance is 546.4 km.

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

The best way to get from California to Santa Cruz without a car is to bus which takes 7h 34m and costs $25 - $173.91 .

How long does it take to get from California to Santa Cruz?

It takes approximately 7h 34m to get from California to Santa Cruz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Santa Cruz bus from?

California to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from California to Santa Cruz?

The best way to get from California to Santa Cruz is to bus which takes 7h 34m and costs $25 - $173.91 . There are no good options to train or fly between California to Santa Cruz.

Where does the California to Santa Cruz bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from California to Santa Cruz?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Santa Cruz is 546 km. It takes approximately 5h 52m to drive from California to Santa Cruz.

Where can I stay near Santa Cruz?

There are 117+ hotels available in Santa Cruz. Prices start at $70.99 per night.
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