How to get from Union Square to Gilroy by bus and train?

Union Square to Gilroy - Bus Schedule

The 45 bus from Union Square to Gilroy usually operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, running every 10-25 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 51 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Union Square to Gilroy by bus and train

To get from Union Square to Gilroy in San Francisco - San Jose, CA, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 45 bus from Stockton St & Sutter St station to Townsend St & 4th St/Caltrain station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LIMITED train and finally take the 568 bus from San Jose Diridon Station station to Gilroy Transit Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 51 min. The ride fare is $16.00. The bus and train schedule from Union Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Gilroy on the Moovit app.

171min$16.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4545
Train - LIMITED
LIMITED
Bus - 568568
Walk to Gilroy
Leaves from Stockton St & Sutter St

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Stockton St & Sutter St
    ID 16524
    140 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4545
    Wait for bus
    45
    Caltrain Depot
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Townsend St & 4th St/Caltrain
    ID 16695
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    San Francisco
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - LIMITED
    Wait for train
    LIMITED
    San Jose Diridon
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    San Jose Diridon
    70 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    San Jose Diridon Station
    ID PS_DRDN
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 568568
    Wait for bus
    568
    Rapid Gilroy Transit Ctr
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Gilroy Transit Center
    ID PS_GILR
    71 min
  • 10
    Walk to Gilroy
    Walk to
    Gilroy
    10 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Union Square to Gilroy

The distance between Union Square, San Francisco - San Jose, CA and Gilroy, San Francisco - San Jose, CA is approximately 79.31 mi, which can typically be travelled in 171 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Union Square to Gilroy by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Francisco - San Jose, CA – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Union Square to Gilroy

To check the bus and train schedule from Union Square to Gilroy using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Union Square) and destination (Gilroy), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Union Square to Gilroy?

    The fastest way takes 171 minutes, using Bus line 45, Train line LIMITED, Bus line 568.

  • Is there a direct bus between Union Square and Gilroy?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 51 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Union Square to Gilroy?

    The 45 bus line goes from Stockton St & Sutter St station near Union Square in Downton/Civic Center to Townsend St & 4th St/Caltrain station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Townsend St & 4th St/Caltrain station near Gilroy in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Union Square to Gilroy by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Union Square in Downton/Civic Center and Gilroy in San Francisco - San Jose, CA by bus and train is about 2 hr 51 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Union Square to get to Gilroy?

    Get on the 45 bus from the Stockton St & Sutter St stop near Union Square in Downton/Civic Center.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Union Square and Gilroy?

    Get off the bus at the Townsend St & 4th St/Caltrain stop, which is closest to Gilroy in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Union Square to Gilroy?

    The ride from Union Square to Gilroy costs $16.00.

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