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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Stockton to Placerville. Traveling by bus from Stockton to Placerville usually takes around 3 hours and 40 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 60 mi (96 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $40.03 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Stockton to Placerville?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Stockton to Placerville. Amtrak Thruway is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 3h 40m | $40.03 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Stockton to Placerville start at $40. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 40 minutes to cover the 96 kilometers from Stockton to Placerville. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
There is usually only one bus per day from Stockton to Placerville. It leaves the station in Stockton at 8:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Stockton
Stockton, California, is a diverse, creative, and culturally rich city. It's also in the perfect place for various Cali weekend trips, with Sacramento, San Francisco, and Yosemite National Park all within reach. Stockton is an excellent place to post up while touring Northern California.
And of course, there's plenty to do in the city itself. The Bob Hope Theatre, sometimes known as "The Fox" by locals, is a popular entertainment venue and a beautifully preserved piece of Stockton's history. The recent refurbishment has produced a magnificent place for local arts productions, film, dance, comedy, and Broadway-style entertainment, as well as the newest in top-name musical entertainment.
Amtrak has multiple routes to Stockton from Bakersfield, Los Angeles, and Sacramento. Jefferson Lines provides the most bus service to the city, and buses go from Stockton to cities across the nation, including Phoenix, Huntington Park, and even Ontario. The city has its own airport, Stockton Airport (SCK), although some travelers also use the airport in Sacramento for more flight options.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Stockton?
Main departure station: 735 S San Joaquin St
Most buses depart from the main station in Stockton.
All bus stations in Stockton:
735 S San Joaquin St
Where does the bus arrive in Placerville?
Main arrival station: Placerville Station Transit Ctr
All buses from Stockton arrive at one main station in Placerville.
Bus stations in Placerville:
Placerville Station Transit Ctr
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