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Sacramento to Palo Alto

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2 h 5 min
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Five ways to Travel from Sacramento to Palo Alto

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Cheapest
By car (184 km)
2 h 5 min
184 km.
from $10
Other
Rideshare
2 h 5 min
184 km.
from $7
Bus (Bus)
4 h 26 min
138 km.
from $50.20
Plane, Train
3 h 19 min
138 km.
from $273.63
Bus (Bus)
4 h 56 min
138 km.
from $80.87

Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Sacramento International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$357.19–$586.82

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to California
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.38–$8.29

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Sacramento to Santa
Ave. Duration:
2h 51m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$19.14–$102.05

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.38–$82.92

Santa Clara VTA

Phone:
+1 408-321-2300
Website:
vta.org
Bus from King & Tully to El
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.16–$5.87

Hoang Express

Phone:
+1 714-839-3500
Email:
Website:
xedohoang.com/en
Bus from Sacramento to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$57.67

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway to Palo
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.23

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sacramento to Palo Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Sacramento to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $19.57 - $30.43 and takes 2h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sacramento to Palo Alto?

The fastest way to get from Sacramento to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $19.57 - $30.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Sacramento and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Sacramento to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from 7Th St & H St and arriving at El Camino & Churchill via Sacramento and King & Tully. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Sacramento and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Sacramento to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Sacramento and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound via Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Sacramento to Palo Alto?

The distance between Sacramento and Palo Alto is 231 km. The road distance is 184.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Sacramento to Palo Alto without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs $20.65 - $92.39 .

How long does it take to get from Sacramento to Palo Alto?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Sacramento to Palo Alto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sacramento to Palo Alto bus from?

Sacramento to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Hoang Express, depart from Sacramento station.

Where do I catch the Sacramento to Palo Alto train from?

Sacramento to Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Sacramento station.

Train or bus from Sacramento to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from Sacramento to Palo Alto is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs $20.65 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10.33 - $81.52 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Sacramento to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Sacramento to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Hoang Express, arrive at San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich station.

Where does the Sacramento to Palo Alto train arrive?

Sacramento to Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Clara Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Sacramento to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Sacramento to Palo Alto is 185 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Sacramento to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 588+ hotels available in Palo Alto. Prices start at $57.96 per night.
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