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How to Travel from

Palo Alto to Foster City

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Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to Hillsdale
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.36–$7.02

Bus operators

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from Hillsdale Caltrain Station to Shell
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.24
Bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to El
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.24

commute.org

Phone:
+1 (650) 588-8170
Website:
commute.org/
Bus from Hillsdale Caltrain Station to Shell
Ave. Duration:
16 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Foster City?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Foster City is to drive which costs $2.39 - $3.59 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Foster City?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Foster City is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $52.17 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Foster City?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Foster City. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 and arriving at Shell & E. Hillsdale Blvd. via Hillsdale Caltrain Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Foster City?

The distance between Palo Alto and Foster City is 25 km. The road distance is 21.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Foster City without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 1h 35m and costs $5.43 - $10.33 .

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Foster City?

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Palo Alto to Foster City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Foster City bus from?

Palo Alto to Foster City bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Foster City bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Foster City bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at El Camino Real & 28th Ave station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Foster City?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Foster City is 22 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Palo Alto to Foster City.

Where can I stay near Foster City?

There are 518+ hotels available in Foster City. Prices start at $48.14 per night.
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