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Two ways to Travel from Palo Alto to San Mateo
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Cheapest
By car (23 km)
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Rideshare
Transport providers
Train operators
Caltrain
Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.75–$7.02
Bus operators
SamTrans
Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to El
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.24
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to San Mateo?
The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to San Mateo is to bus which costs $1.03 - $4.46 and takes 52 min.
What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to San Mateo?
The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to San Mateo is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $54.35 - $70.65 .
Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and San Mateo?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 and arriving at El Camino Real & E 5th Ave. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.
Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and San Mateo?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound and arriving at San Mateo Caltrain Northbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.
How far is it from Palo Alto to San Mateo?
The distance between Palo Alto and San Mateo is 22 km. The road distance is 23.7 km.
How do I travel from Palo Alto to San Mateo without a car?
The best way to get from Palo Alto to San Mateo without a car is to Caltrain which takes 24 min and costs $4.89 - $5.98 .
How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to San Mateo?
The Caltrain from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to San Mateo Caltrain Northbound takes 24 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.
Where do I catch the Palo Alto to San Mateo bus from?
Palo Alto to San Mateo bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 station.
Where do I catch the Palo Alto to San Mateo train from?
Palo Alto to San Mateo train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound station.
Train or bus from Palo Alto to San Mateo?
The best way to get from Palo Alto to San Mateo is to Caltrain which takes 24 min and costs $4.89 - $5.98 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1.03 - $4.46 and takes 52 min.
Where does the Palo Alto to San Mateo bus arrive?
Palo Alto to San Mateo bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at El Camino Real & E 5th Ave station.
Where does the Palo Alto to San Mateo train arrive?
Palo Alto to San Mateo train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Mateo Caltrain Northbound station.
Can I drive from Palo Alto to San Mateo?
Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to San Mateo is 24 km. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Palo Alto to San Mateo.
Where can I stay near San Mateo?
There are 461+ hotels available in San Mateo. Prices start at $57.96 per night.
