HUB hero image

How to Travel from

Portland to Palo Alto

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

Portland
→
+0 →
Palo Alto
Transport search to Palo Alto
Simply select points
A and B, and we will create
a convenient route for you 👍
United States of America Portland Palo Alto
Portland
→
+0 →
Palo Alto
Building a composite car route
Simply select points
A and B, and we will create
a convenient route for you 👍
To build a composite route, click the "Add point" button.
You can also move and delete intermediate points.
Cheapest
Best Offer!
Car
11 h 21 min
1066 km.
from $58
Composite Route Car Only

Eight ways to Travel from Portland to Palo Alto

Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (1 066 km)
11 h 21 min
1066 km.
from $58
Fastest
Plane to Palo Alto (San Francisco International Airport)
Select a ticket
Other
Rideshare
11 h 21 min
1066 km.
from $13.90
Bus, Plane (Fly Portland International Airport to San Francisco International Airport)
4 h 15 min
898 km.
from $168.50
Bus
18 h 8 min
898 km.
from $202.85
Bus, Plane (Fly Portland International Airport to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport)
4 h 24 min
898 km.
from $302.63
Bus, Plane (Fly Portland International Airport to Oakland International Airport)
5 h 53 min
898 km.
from $218.72
Train, Plane
6 h 31 min
898 km.
from $280.57

Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Portland International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$497.52
Plane from Mahlon Sweet Field Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.65–$765.41

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Portland International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.43–$446.49
Plane from Portland International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$306.16–$420.98
Plane from Portland International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$357.19–$382.71
Plane from Mahlon Sweet Field Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.60–$956.76

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Portland International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.19–$395.46
Plane from Portland International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.57–$420.98

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

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Portland to San
Ave. Duration:
19h 52m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.92–$280.65
Train from Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtrak to Santa
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.65–$76.54
Train from Portland to Eugene
Ave. Duration:
2h 38m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.86–$102.05

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
12h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.13–$178.60

Hoang Express

Phone:
+1 714-839-3500
Email:
Website:
xedohoang.com/en
Bus from Huong Lan Sandwiches Sacramento to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$57.67

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Palo Alto is to bus which costs $97.83 - $206.52 and takes 18h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Palo Alto is to fly and Caltrain which takes 4h 15m and costs $76.09 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Portland Curbside Bus Stop and arriving at El Camino & Churchill via Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, 7Th St & Capitol Ave, Huong Lan Sandwiches Sacramento and King & Tully. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Portland and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 34m.

How far is it from Portland to Palo Alto?

The distance between Portland and Palo Alto is 937 km. The road distance is 1067 km.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Palo Alto without a car is to bus which takes 18h 8m and costs $97.83 - $206.52 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Portland to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

Portland to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Portland Curbside Bus Stop station.

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

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

Train or bus from Portland to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from Portland to Palo Alto is to bus which takes 18h 8m and costs $97.83 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $76.09 - $250 and takes 20h 34m.

Where does the Portland to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Portland to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Portland to Palo Alto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portland to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Palo Alto is 1067 km. It takes approximately 11h 21m to drive from Portland 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.
→
+0 →
Transport search
Transport search