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Two ways to Travel from Palo Alto to San Jose

Composite routes from Palo Alto to San Jose

Cheapest
19 min
Car
27 km.
from $1
Other
19 min
Rideshare
27 km.
from $1.47

Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound to San
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.88–$7.66

Bus operators

Santa Clara VTA

Phone:
+1 408-321-2300
Website:
vta.org
Bus from El Camino & California to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.16–$5.88

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to San Jose?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to San Jose is to line 22 bus which costs $1 - $5 and takes 1h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to San Jose?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to San Jose is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $54.35 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and San Jose?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from El Camino & California and arriving at Santa Clara & Almaden Blvd. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and San Jose?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound and arriving at San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Palo Alto to San Jose?

The distance between Palo Alto and San Jose is 24 km. The road distance is 27.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to San Jose without a car is to Caltrain which takes 25 min and costs $5 - $6.52 .

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to San Jose?

The Caltrain from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to San Jose bus from?

Palo Alto to San Jose bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from El Camino & California station.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to San Jose train from?

Palo Alto to San Jose train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound station.

Train or bus from Palo Alto to San Jose?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to San Jose is to Caltrain which takes 25 min and costs $5 - $6.52 . Alternatively, you can line 22 bus, which costs $1 - $5 and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the Palo Alto to San Jose bus arrive?

Palo Alto to San Jose bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Santa Clara & Almaden Blvd station.

Where does the Palo Alto to San Jose train arrive?

Palo Alto to San Jose train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to San Jose is 27 km. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Palo Alto to San Jose.

Where can I stay near San Jose?

There are 489+ hotels available in San Jose. Prices start at $76.96 per night.
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