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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from San Jose to Palo Alto

Composite routes from San Jose to Palo Alto

Cheapest
20 min
Car
27 km.
from $1

Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to California
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.87–$7.65

Bus operators

Santa Clara VTA

Phone:
+1 408-321-2300
Website:
vta.org
Bus from Santa Clara & Almaden Blvd to El
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.16–$5.87

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose to Palo Alto?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to Palo Alto is to line 22 bus which costs $1 - $5 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose to Palo Alto?

The fastest way to get from San Jose to Palo Alto is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $59.78 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between San Jose and Palo Alto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Santa Clara & Almaden Blvd and arriving at El Camino & California. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between San Jose and Palo Alto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from San Jose to Palo Alto?

The distance between San Jose and Palo Alto is 25 km. The road distance is 27.5 km.

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

The best way to get from San Jose to Palo Alto without a car is to Caltrain which takes 25 min and costs $5 - $6.52 .

How long does it take to get from San Jose to Palo Alto?

The Caltrain from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to California Avenue Caltrain Northbound takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the San Jose to Palo Alto bus from?

San Jose to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Santa Clara & Almaden Blvd station.

Where do I catch the San Jose to Palo Alto train from?

San Jose to Palo Alto train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound station.

Train or bus from San Jose to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from San Jose to Palo Alto is to Caltrain which takes 25 min and costs $5 - $6.52 . Alternatively, you can line 22 bus, which costs $1 - $5 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the San Jose to Palo Alto bus arrive?

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

Where does the San Jose to Palo Alto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from San Jose to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to Palo Alto is 27 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from San Jose to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 588+ hotels available in Palo Alto. Prices start at $57.96 per night.
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