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How to Travel from

Santa Barbara to Palo Alto

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Navigate from Santa Barbara to Palo Alto

Continue onto East De la Guerra Street
145 m
Turn left onto Santa Barbara Street
291 m
Turn left onto East Carrillo Street
1 km 34 m
Keep right and drive toward Oregon Expressway
2 km 62 m
Turn right onto Middlefield Road
1 km 110 m
Arrive at destination

Transport providers

Airlines

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.51–$229.62

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$420.98

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.43–$395.46

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.19–$255.14
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$472.00

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
Train from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound to California
Ave. Duration:
18 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.49–$7.02
Train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to California
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.29–$10.84

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Santa Barbara to San
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.10–$153.08
Train from Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtrak to Santa
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.65–$76.54
Bus from Santa Barbara to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Santa Barbara to San
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$30.62–$108.43
Bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$33.17–$114.81

Central Coast Shuttle

Phone:
+1 800-470-8818
Website:
centralcoastshuttle.com
Bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$76.54–$95.68

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Palo Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Palo Alto is to bus which costs $30.43 - $97.83 and takes 7h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Palo Alto?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Palo Alto is to fly and Caltrain which takes 3h 57m and costs $130.43 - $380.43 .

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Palo Alto?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Palo Alto is 469 km. The road distance is 493 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Palo Alto without a car is to bus which takes 7h 7m and costs $30.43 - $97.83 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Palo Alto?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Santa Barbara to Palo Alto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Palo Alto train from?

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

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Palo Alto is to bus which takes 7h 7m and costs $30.43 - $97.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $41.30 - $141.30 and takes 8h 7m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Palo Alto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Palo Alto is 493 km. It takes approximately 5h 16m to drive from Santa Barbara 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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