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By car (54 km)
38 min
54 km.
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Rideshare
38 min
54 km.
from $2.93
Bus
2 h 56 min
44 km.
from $8.80

Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.30–$10.86

Bus operators

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to El
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.61–$5.20
Bus from Millbrae BART-Bay 12 West Busway to Mission
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.61–$5.20
Bus from University Ave & Woodland Ave to Mission
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.24

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Union Square?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Union Square is to night bus which costs $1.03 - $4.46 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Union Square?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Union Square is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $5.98 - $8.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Union Square?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from University Ave & Woodland Ave and arriving at Mission St & 4th St. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Union Square?

No, there is no direct train from Palo Alto to Union Square station. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Union Square/Market St Station Northbound via 4th St & King St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Union Square?

The distance between Palo Alto and Union Square is 50 km. The road distance is 54.2 km.

How do I travel from Palo Alto to Union Square without a car?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Union Square without a car is to Caltrain which takes 1h 8m and costs $7.07 - $9.24 .

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Union Square?

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Palo Alto to Union Square, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Union Square bus from?

Palo Alto to Union Square bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 station.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Union Square train from?

Palo Alto to Union Square train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound station.

Train or bus from Palo Alto to Union Square?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Union Square is to Caltrain which takes 1h 8m and costs $7.07 - $9.24 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 292 bus, which costs $4.35 - $9.24 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Palo Alto to Union Square bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Union Square bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at El Camino Real & Linden Ave station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Union Square train arrive?

Palo Alto to Union Square train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Francisco Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Union Square?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Union Square is 54 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Palo Alto to Union Square.

Where can I stay near Union Square?

There are 826+ hotels available in Union Square. Prices start at $54.04 per night.
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