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How to Travel from

Merced to Palo Alto

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Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Merced to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.16–$102.18

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Richmond to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.13–$15.33

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Merced Bus Stop to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.58–$102.18

Santa Clara VTA

Phone:
+1 408-321-2300
Website:
vta.org
Bus from King & Virginia to El
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.16–$5.88

Tufesa

Phone:
+1 833 766 3553
Website:
tufesainternacional.com
Bus from Los Baños to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.38–$56.20

The Bus

Phone:
+1 802-773-3244
Website:
mercedthebus.com/
Bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$1.66–$3.58

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway to Palo
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.24

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $21.74 - $33.70 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $21.74 - $33.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Merced Transpo and arriving at El Camino & Churchill via Los Baños and King & Virginia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Merced and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Merced to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Southbound via Richmond and Millbrae Caltrain Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Merced to Palo Alto?

The distance between Merced and Palo Alto is 305 km. The road distance is 204.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Palo Alto without a car is to train and BART which takes 4h 53m and costs $32.61 - $108.70 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Merced to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

Merced to Palo Alto bus services, operated by The Bus, depart from Merced Transpo station.

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

Merced to Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Merced station.

Where does the Merced to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Merced to Palo Alto bus services, operated by The Bus, arrive at Pacheco @ Target station.

Where does the Merced to Palo Alto train arrive?

Merced to Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Richmond station.

Can I drive from Merced to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Palo Alto is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Merced 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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