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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mountain View to Palo Alto

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Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Mountain View Caltrain Northbound to California
Ave. Duration:
6 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.96–$4.98

Bus operators

Santa Clara VTA

Phone:
+1 408-321-2300
Website:
vta.org
Bus from El Camino & Castro to El
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.12–$5.62

Stanford Marguerite Shuttle

Phone:
+1 650-723-9362
Email:
transportation@stanford.edu
Website:
marguerite.stanford.edu
Bus from El Camino & Castro to El
Ave. Duration:
10 min
Frequency:
4 times a day

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Mountain View to Palo Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Mountain View to Palo Alto is to bus which costs $0.00 - $4.78 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Mountain View to Palo Alto?

The fastest way to get from Mountain View to Palo Alto is to Caltrain which takes 6 min and costs $3.37 - $4.24 .

Is there a direct bus between Mountain View and Palo Alto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from El Camino & Castro and arriving at El Camino & California. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

Is there a direct train between Mountain View and Palo Alto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mountain View Caltrain Northbound and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6 min.

How far is it from Mountain View to Palo Alto?

The distance between Mountain View and Palo Alto is 7 km. The road distance is 9.7 km.

How do I travel from Mountain View to Palo Alto without a car?

The best way to get from Mountain View to Palo Alto without a car is to Caltrain which takes 6 min and costs $3.37 - $4.24 .

How long does it take to get from Mountain View to Palo Alto?

The Caltrain from Mountain View Caltrain Northbound to California Avenue Caltrain Northbound takes 6 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Mountain View to Palo Alto bus from?

Mountain View to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from El Camino & Castro station.

Where do I catch the Mountain View to Palo Alto train from?

Mountain View to Palo Alto train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Mountain View Caltrain Northbound station.

Train or bus from Mountain View to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from Mountain View to Palo Alto is to Caltrain which takes 6 min and costs $3.37 - $4.24 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $0.00 - $4.78 and takes 20 min.

Where does the Mountain View to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Mountain View to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at El Camino & California station.

Where does the Mountain View to Palo Alto train arrive?

Mountain View to Palo Alto train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Mountain View to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Mountain View to Palo Alto is 10 km. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Mountain View to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 611+ hotels available in Palo Alto. Prices start at $64.34 per night.
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