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By car (3 154 km)
30 h 13 min
3154 km.
from $173
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Train, Plane
3 h 8 min
310 km.
from $273.48

Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$357.63–$587.54

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.39–$8.30

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Jose to Los
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$51.09–$178.82

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.82–$191.59

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
7h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$37.04–$127.73

Hoang Express

Phone:
+1 714-839-3500
Email:
Website:
xedohoang.com/en
Bus from San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich to Chinatown
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$57.75

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to California is to bus via San Jose which costs $54.35 - $57.61 and takes 7h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to California is to Caltrain and fly which takes 3h 8m and costs $97.83 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and California?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to California station. However, there are services departing from El Camino & California and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via Santa Clara & 1st and San Jose Diridon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and California?

No, there is no direct train from Palo Alto to California. However, there are services departing from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Los Angeles via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to California?

The distance between Palo Alto and California is 190 km. The road distance is 571.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to California without a car is to bus via San Jose which takes 7h 44m and costs $54.35 - $57.61 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Palo Alto to California, including transfers.

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

Palo Alto to California bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Jose Diridon Station.

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

Palo Alto to California train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Train or bus from Palo Alto to California?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to California is to bus via San Jose which takes 7h 44m and costs $54.35 - $57.61 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $47.83 - $163.04 and takes 12h 10m.

Where does the Palo Alto to California bus arrive?

Palo Alto to California bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Palo Alto to California train arrive?

Palo Alto to California train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to California is 572 km. It takes approximately 5h 59m to drive from Palo Alto to California.

Where can I stay near California?

There are 15+ hotels available in California. Prices start at $86.47 per night.
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