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Two ways to Travel from Embarcadero to Palo Alto
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By car (54 km)
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Transport providers
Train operators
Caltrain
Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to California
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.28–$10.83
Bus operators
SamTrans
Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37 to Clarke
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.22
Bus from San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway to Palo
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.22
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Embarcadero to Palo Alto?
The cheapest way to get from Embarcadero to Palo Alto is to bus which costs $1.03 - $4.46 and takes 1h 52m.
What is the fastest way to get from Embarcadero to Palo Alto?
The fastest way to get from Embarcadero to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 39 min and costs $5.98 - $9.24 .
Is there a direct bus between Embarcadero and Palo Alto?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37 and arriving at Clarke Ave & O'Connor St-Ravenswood Shopping Ctr. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.
Is there a direct train between Embarcadero and Palo Alto?
No, there is no direct train from Embarcadero station to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Metro Embarcadero Station and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Southbound via San Francisco Caltrain Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.
How far is it from Embarcadero to Palo Alto?
The distance between Embarcadero and Palo Alto is 54 km. The road distance is 54.6 km.
How do I travel from Embarcadero to Palo Alto without a car?
The best way to get from Embarcadero to Palo Alto without a car is to Caltrain which takes 1h 21m and costs $9.78 - $13.04 .
How long does it take to get from Embarcadero to Palo Alto?
It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Embarcadero to Palo Alto, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Embarcadero to Palo Alto bus from?
Embarcadero to Palo Alto bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37 station.
Where do I catch the Embarcadero to Palo Alto train from?
Embarcadero to Palo Alto train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound station.
Train or bus from Embarcadero to Palo Alto?
The best way to get from Embarcadero to Palo Alto is to Caltrain which takes 1h 21m and costs $9.78 - $13.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1.03 - $4.46 and takes 1h 52m.
Where does the Embarcadero to Palo Alto bus arrive?
Embarcadero to Palo Alto bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Clarke Ave & O'Connor St-Ravenswood Shopping Ctr station.
Where does the Embarcadero to Palo Alto train arrive?
Embarcadero to Palo Alto train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at California Avenue Caltrain Southbound station.
Can I drive from Embarcadero to Palo Alto?
Yes, the driving distance between Embarcadero to Palo Alto is 55 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Embarcadero 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.
