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Salinas to Palo Alto

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1 h 21 min
121 km.
from $6
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Four ways to Travel from Salinas to Palo Alto

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Cheapest
By car (121 km)
1 h 21 min
121 km.
from $6
Other
Rideshare
1 h 21 min
121 km.
from $4.60
Bus, Train
1 h 52 min
94 km.
from $34.87
Bus
4 h 5 min
93 km.
from $11.41

Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to California
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.87–$7.65

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Salinas to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.48–$82.92
Bus from Salinas to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a day

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Salinas to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$8.93–$44.65

Santa Clara VTA

Phone:
+1 408-321-2300
Website:
vta.org
Bus from Gilroy Transit Center to 1st
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.16–$5.87
Bus from Santa Clara & 2nd to El
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.16–$5.87

Monterey-Salinas Transit

Phone:
1-888-678-2871
Email:
Website:
mst.org/
Bus from Salinas Intermodal Transit Center to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.30–$4.21

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to Palo Alto is to bus and line 22 bus which costs $4.57 - $14.13 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salinas to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs $13.04 - $19.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Salinas to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Salinas Intermodal Transit Center and arriving at El Camino & Churchill via Gilroy Transit Center and Santa Clara & 2nd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Salinas and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Salinas to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Salinas to Palo Alto?

The distance between Salinas and Palo Alto is 122 km. The road distance is 121.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to Palo Alto without a car is to bus and Caltrain which takes 1h 52m and costs $11.96 - $44.57 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Salinas to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

Salinas to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from Salinas Intermodal Transit Center station.

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

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

Train or bus from Salinas to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from Salinas to Palo Alto is to train which takes 2h 15m and costs $14.13 - $76.09 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 22 bus, which costs $4.57 - $14.13 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Salinas to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Salinas to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Monterey / Gilroy Train Station.

Where does the Salinas to Palo Alto train arrive?

Salinas to Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Salinas to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Palo Alto is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Salinas 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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