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How to Travel from

Colma to Palo Alto

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Transport providers

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:
$6.24–$7.64

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Colma to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
18 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.28–$10.83

Bus operators

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from El Camino Real & Serramonte Blvd to Palo
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.10

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Colma to Palo Alto is to bus which costs $1.03 - $4.35 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colma to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $4.46 - $7.07 .

Is there a direct bus between Colma and Palo Alto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from El Camino Real & Serramonte Blvd and arriving at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Colma and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Colma to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Colma and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Southbound via Millbrae Caltrain Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Colma to Palo Alto?

The distance between Colma and Palo Alto is 43 km. The road distance is 42.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Colma to Palo Alto without a car is to BART and Caltrain which takes 1h 5m and costs $11.96 - $16.30 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Colma to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

Colma to Palo Alto bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from El Camino Real & Serramonte Blvd station.

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

Colma to Palo Alto train services, operated by BART, depart from Colma station.

Where does the Colma to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Colma to Palo Alto bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 station.

Where does the Colma to Palo Alto train arrive?

Colma to Palo Alto train services, operated by BART, arrive at Millbrae station.

Can I drive from Colma to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Colma to Palo Alto is 42 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Colma 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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