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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Palo Alto to Alameda

Composite routes from Palo Alto to Alameda

Cheapest
37 min
Car
50 km.
from $2

Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.39–$8.30

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Millbrae to 12th
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.86–$14.05
Train from San Bruno to 12th
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.73–$6.26

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Redwood City Station to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.39–$39.60

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.24
Bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Redwood
Ave. Duration:
21 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.24

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Alameda?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Alameda is to bus and BART which costs $5 - $9.78 and takes 2h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Alameda?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Alameda is to drive which takes 39 min and costs $5.43 - $8.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Alameda?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Alameda. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 and arriving at Oakland via Redwood City Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Alameda?

No, there is no direct train from Palo Alto to Alameda. However, there are services departing from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound and arriving at 12th Street / Oakland City Center via Millbrae. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Alameda?

The distance between Palo Alto and Alameda is 70 km. The road distance is 52.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Alameda without a car is to Caltrain and BART which takes 1h 34m and costs $14.13 - $19.57 .

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Alameda?

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Palo Alto to Alameda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Alameda bus from?

Palo Alto to Alameda bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 station.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Alameda train from?

Palo Alto to Alameda train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Alameda bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Alameda bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Redwood City Caltrain-Lane B station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Alameda train arrive?

Palo Alto to Alameda train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Millbrae Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Alameda?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Alameda is 53 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Palo Alto to Alameda.

Where can I stay near Alameda?

There are 825+ hotels available in Alameda. Prices start at $54.04 per night.
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