Which is a good way to get from san jose to santa cruz without renting a car?
There is a bus that’s an express line - goes SJ to Santa Cruz over HWY 17; however, if you rent a car, you could tool around to some of the others towns and beaches (Capitola, Aptos). There is a bike sharing program that’s brand new (Jump Bikes), so if you’re carless, you can cruz around a little on those. Some are regular bikes, some are e-bikes. Hope this helps!
I took the HWY 17 bus when I was there as I didn’t want a car. Nice ride as well. Well worth it as it’s not expensive.
everyone's already given you great suggestions. I have nothing better than what's been presented. Have a safe and wonderful trip.
From San Jose Diridon Station Transit Center to Santa Cruz in under an hour. Hope this helps.
I believe that you can take a greyhound bus from San Jose to Santa Cruz
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