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Oakland to Palo Alto

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Transport providers

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:
$6.39–$8.30

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.86–$14.05
Train from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to San
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.73–$6.26

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Oakland to Redwood
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.39–$39.60

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway to Palo
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.24
Bus from Redwood City Caltrain-Lane A to Palo
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.24

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Oakland to Palo Alto is to BART and bus which costs $5 - $9.78 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oakland to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 40 min and costs $5.98 - $9.24 .

Is there a direct bus between Oakland and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Oakland to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Oakland and arriving at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 via Redwood City Caltrain-Lane A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Oakland and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Oakland to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from 12th Street / Oakland City Center and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Southbound via Millbrae Caltrain Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Oakland to Palo Alto?

The distance between Oakland and Palo Alto is 71 km. The road distance is 54.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Oakland to Palo Alto without a car is to BART and Caltrain which takes 1h 39m and costs $14.13 - $18.48 .

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Oakland to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

Oakland to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Oakland station.

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

Oakland to Palo Alto train services, operated by BART, depart from 12th Street / Oakland City Center station.

Train, bus or fly from Oakland to Palo Alto?

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Where does the Oakland to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Oakland to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Redwood City Station.

Where does the Oakland to Palo Alto train arrive?

Oakland to Palo Alto train services, operated by BART, arrive at Millbrae station.

Can I drive from Oakland to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Oakland to Palo Alto is 55 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Oakland 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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