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Two ways to Travel from Palo Alto to South San Francisco
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Cheapest
By car (37 km)
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Transport providers
Train operators
Caltrain
Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to South
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.39–$8.94
Bus operators
SamTrans
Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.11
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to South San Francisco?
The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to South San Francisco is to bus which costs $1.03 - $4.35 and takes 1h 29m.
What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to South San Francisco?
The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to South San Francisco is to drive which takes 26 min and costs $3.91 - $5.98 .
Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and South San Francisco?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 and arriving at San Bruno BART-Bay 5. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 29m.
Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and South San Francisco?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound and arriving at South San Francisco Caltrain Northbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.
How far is it from Palo Alto to South San Francisco?
The distance between Palo Alto and South San Francisco is 36 km. The road distance is 37 km.
How do I travel from Palo Alto to South San Francisco without a car?
The best way to get from Palo Alto to South San Francisco without a car is to Caltrain which takes 37 min and costs $5.43 - $7.61 .
How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to South San Francisco?
The Caltrain from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to South San Francisco Caltrain Northbound takes 37 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.
Where do I catch the Palo Alto to South San Francisco bus from?
Palo Alto to South San Francisco bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 station.
Where do I catch the Palo Alto to South San Francisco train from?
Palo Alto to South San Francisco train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound station.
Train or bus from Palo Alto to South San Francisco?
The best way to get from Palo Alto to South San Francisco is to Caltrain which takes 37 min and costs $5.43 - $7.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1.03 - $4.35 and takes 1h 29m.
Where does the Palo Alto to South San Francisco bus arrive?
Palo Alto to South San Francisco bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at San Bruno BART-Bay 5 station.
Where does the Palo Alto to South San Francisco train arrive?
Palo Alto to South San Francisco train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at South San Francisco Caltrain Northbound station.
Can I drive from Palo Alto to South San Francisco?
Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to South San Francisco is 37 km. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Palo Alto to South San Francisco.
Where can I stay near South San Francisco?
There are 846+ hotels available in South San Francisco. Prices start at $52.37 per night.
