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How to Travel from

Daly City to Santa Cruz

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Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to San
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.92–$11.46
Train from Hillsdale Caltrain Southbound to San
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.64–$10.19

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
Bus from San Francisco to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Daly City to Berryessa
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.92–$12.74

Bus operators

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

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from John Daly Blvd & Mission St to El
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.22

San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency

Phone:
+1 415.701.2311
Website:
sfmta.com
Bus from Mission St & Flournoy to Mission
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.46

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Daly City to Santa Cruz?

The cheapest way to get from Daly City to Santa Cruz is to drive which costs $11.96 - $18.48 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Daly City to Santa Cruz?

The fastest way to get from Daly City to Santa Cruz is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs $11.96 - $18.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Daly City and Santa Cruz?

No, there is no direct bus from Daly City to Santa Cruz. However, there are services departing from Mission St & Flournoy and arriving at Front via San Francisco and Diridon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Daly City to Santa Cruz?

The distance between Daly City and Santa Cruz is 123 km. The road distance is 111.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Daly City to Santa Cruz without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 2h 46m and costs $17.39 - $27.17 .

How long does it take to get from Daly City to Santa Cruz?

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Daly City to Santa Cruz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Daly City to Santa Cruz bus from?

Daly City to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, depart from Mission St & Flournoy station.

Where does the Daly City to Santa Cruz bus arrive?

Daly City to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, arrive at Mission St & 2nd St station.

Can I drive from Daly City to Santa Cruz?

Yes, the driving distance between Daly City to Santa Cruz is 112 km. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Daly City 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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