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Four ways to Travel from Palo Alto to Santa Cruz

Composite routes from Palo Alto to Santa Cruz

Cheapest
50 min
Car
67 km.
from $3
Other
50 min
Rideshare
67 km.
from $3.64
1 h 39 min
Train, Bus
52 km.
from $13.65
2 h 42 min
52 km.
from $12.39

Navigate from Palo Alto to Santa Cruz

Continue onto Middlefield Road
31 m
Turn sharp right onto Embarcadero Road
2 km 678 m
Keep right and take US 101 South toward San Jose
6 km 140 m
Make a U-turn onto Chestnut Street
37 m
Turn right
16 m
Arrive at destination

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

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Bus from Diridon Station to Front
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Bus operators

Santa Clara VTA

Phone:
+1 408-321-2300
Website:
vta.org
Bus from El Camino & California to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.16–$5.88

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from Diridon Station to Front
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.30

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Santa Cruz?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Santa Cruz is to drive which costs $7.07 - $10.87 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Santa Cruz?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Santa Cruz is to drive which takes 50 min and costs $7.07 - $10.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Santa Cruz?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Santa Cruz. However, there are services departing from El Camino & California and arriving at Front via Santa Clara & 1st and Diridon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Santa Cruz?

The distance between Palo Alto and Santa Cruz is 77 km. The road distance is 67.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Santa Cruz without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 1h 39m and costs $6.52 - $14.13 .

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Santa Cruz?

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Palo Alto to Santa Cruz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Santa Cruz bus from?

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

Where does the Palo Alto to Santa Cruz bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Santa Clara & 2nd station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Santa Cruz?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Santa Cruz is 67 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Palo Alto to Santa Cruz.

Where can I stay near Santa Cruz?

There are 117+ hotels available in Santa Cruz. Prices start at $70.99 per night.
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