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Two ways to Travel from Palo Alto to San Francisco
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Cheapest
By car (52 km)
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Rideshare
Transport providers
Train operators
Caltrain
Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.30–$10.86
Bus operators
SamTrans
Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from E Bayshore Rd & Donohoe St to Salesforce
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.24
Bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to El
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.61–$5.20
Bus from Millbrae BART-Bay 12 West Busway to Mission
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.61–$5.20
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to San Francisco?
The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to San Francisco is to bus which costs $1.03 - $4.46 and takes 1h 56m.
What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to San Francisco?
The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to San Francisco is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $5.43 - $8.70 .
Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and San Francisco?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from E Bayshore Rd & Donohoe St and arriving at Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37. Services depart three times a day, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 56m.
Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and San Francisco?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound and arriving at San Francisco Caltrain Northbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.
How far is it from Palo Alto to San Francisco?
The distance between Palo Alto and San Francisco is 48 km. The road distance is 52.6 km.
How do I travel from Palo Alto to San Francisco without a car?
The best way to get from Palo Alto to San Francisco without a car is to Caltrain which takes 49 min and costs $7.07 - $9.24 .
How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to San Francisco?
The Caltrain from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound takes 49 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.
Where do I catch the Palo Alto to San Francisco bus from?
Palo Alto to San Francisco bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from E Bayshore Rd & Donohoe St station.
Where do I catch the Palo Alto to San Francisco train from?
Palo Alto to San Francisco train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound station.
Train or bus from Palo Alto to San Francisco?
The best way to get from Palo Alto to San Francisco is to Caltrain which takes 49 min and costs $7.07 - $9.24 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1.03 - $4.46 and takes 1h 56m.
Where does the Palo Alto to San Francisco bus arrive?
Palo Alto to San Francisco bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37 station.
What is the time difference between Palo Alto and San Francisco?
It is currently 07:22 at both, Palo Alto and San Francisco.
Where does the Palo Alto to San Francisco train arrive?
Palo Alto to San Francisco train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Francisco Caltrain Northbound station.
Can I drive from Palo Alto to San Francisco?
Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to San Francisco is 53 km. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Palo Alto to San Francisco.
Where can I stay near San Francisco?
There are 823+ hotels available in San Francisco. Prices start at $54.04 per night.
