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By car (3 154 km)
30 h 14 min
3154 km.
from $173
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Plane, Train
3 h 15 min
310 km.
from $331.54

Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Fresno Air Terminal Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.51–$471.33

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to California
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.37–$8.28

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Los Angeles to San
Ave. Duration:
9h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.95–$178.34

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.75–$191.08

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.12–$114.65

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from California to Palo Alto is to night bus which costs $34.78 - $108.70 and takes 7h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from California to Palo Alto is to fly and Caltrain which takes 3h 15m and costs $119.57 - $423.91 .

Is there a direct train between California and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from California to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 37m.

How far is it from California to Palo Alto?

The distance between California and Palo Alto is 296 km. The road distance is 572.7 km.

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

The best way to get from California to Palo Alto without a car is to bus which takes 7h 2m and costs $28.26 - $173.91 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from California to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

California to Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from California to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from California to Palo Alto is to bus which takes 7h 2m and costs $28.26 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $48.91 - $163.04 and takes 10h 37m.

Where does the California to Palo Alto train arrive?

California to Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from California to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Palo Alto is 573 km. It takes approximately 6h to drive from California 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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