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

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Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound to Mountain
Ave. Duration:
7 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.09–$5.11

Bus operators

Santa Clara VTA

Phone:
+1 408-321-2300
Website:
vta.org
Bus from El Camino & California to El
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.16–$5.88

Stanford Marguerite Shuttle

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Mountain View is to bus which costs $0.00 - $5 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Mountain View is to Caltrain which takes 7 min and costs $3.48 - $4.35 .

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

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

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Mountain View Caltrain Southbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Mountain View?

The distance between Palo Alto and Mountain View is 7 km. The road distance is 10.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Mountain View without a car is to Caltrain which takes 7 min and costs $3.48 - $4.35 .

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

The Caltrain from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound to Mountain View Caltrain Southbound takes 7 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

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

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

Palo Alto to Mountain View train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound station.

Train or bus from Palo Alto to Mountain View?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Mountain View is to Caltrain which takes 7 min and costs $3.48 - $4.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $0.00 - $5 and takes 20 min.

Where does the Palo Alto to Mountain View bus arrive?

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

Where does the Palo Alto to Mountain View train arrive?

Palo Alto to Mountain View train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Mountain View Caltrain Southbound station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Mountain View?

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

Where can I stay near Mountain View?

There are 664+ hotels available in Mountain View. Prices start at $57.96 per night.
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