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Transport providers
Train operators
Caltrain
Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
14 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.73–$6.00
Bus operators
SamTrans
Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to El
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.24
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to San Carlos?
The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to San Carlos is to drive which costs $1.74 - $2.61 and takes 14 min.
What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to San Carlos?
The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to San Carlos is to Caltrain which takes 14 min and costs $4.02 - $5.11 .
Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and San Carlos?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 and arriving at El Camino Real & San Carlos Ave. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.
Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and San Carlos?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound and arriving at San Carlos Caltrain Northbound. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.
How far is it from Palo Alto to San Carlos?
The distance between Palo Alto and San Carlos is 14 km. The road distance is 16.2 km.
How do I travel from Palo Alto to San Carlos without a car?
The best way to get from Palo Alto to San Carlos without a car is to Caltrain which takes 14 min and costs $4.02 - $5.11 .
How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to San Carlos?
The Caltrain from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to San Carlos Caltrain Northbound takes 14 min including transfers and departs hourly.
Where do I catch the Palo Alto to San Carlos bus from?
Palo Alto to San Carlos bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 station.
Where do I catch the Palo Alto to San Carlos train from?
Palo Alto to San Carlos train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound station.
Train, bus or fly from Palo Alto to San Carlos?
The best way to get from Palo Alto to San Carlos is to Caltrain which takes 14 min and costs $4.02 - $5.11 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1.03 - $4.46 and takes 31 min. There are no good options to train between Palo Alto to San Carlos.
Where does the Palo Alto to San Carlos bus arrive?
Palo Alto to San Carlos bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at El Camino Real & San Carlos Ave station.
Where does the Palo Alto to San Carlos train arrive?
Palo Alto to San Carlos train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Carlos Caltrain Northbound station.
Can I drive from Palo Alto to San Carlos?
Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to San Carlos is 16 km. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Palo Alto to San Carlos.
Where can I stay near San Carlos?
There are 535+ hotels available in San Carlos. Prices start at $57.96 per night.
