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Two ways to Travel from Redwood City to Palo Alto
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Transport providers
Train operators
Caltrain
Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Redwood City Caltrain Southbound to California
Ave. Duration:
9 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.46–$5.49
Bus operators
SamTrans
Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from El Camino Real & Jefferson Ave to Palo
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.23
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Redwood City to Palo Alto?
The cheapest way to get from Redwood City to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $1.30 - $2.07 and takes 11 min.
What is the fastest way to get from Redwood City to Palo Alto?
The fastest way to get from Redwood City to Palo Alto is to Caltrain which takes 9 min and costs $3.80 - $4.67 .
Is there a direct bus between Redwood City and Palo Alto?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from El Camino Real & Jefferson Ave and arriving at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.
Is there a direct train between Redwood City and Palo Alto?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Redwood City Caltrain Southbound and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Southbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9 min.
How far is it from Redwood City to Palo Alto?
The distance between Redwood City and Palo Alto is 10 km. The road distance is 12.5 km.
How do I travel from Redwood City to Palo Alto without a car?
The best way to get from Redwood City to Palo Alto without a car is to Caltrain which takes 9 min and costs $3.80 - $4.67 .
How long does it take to get from Redwood City to Palo Alto?
The Caltrain from Redwood City Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southbound takes 9 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.
Where do I catch the Redwood City to Palo Alto bus from?
Redwood City to Palo Alto bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from El Camino Real & Jefferson Ave station.
Where do I catch the Redwood City to Palo Alto train from?
Redwood City to Palo Alto train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Redwood City Caltrain Southbound station.
Train or bus from Redwood City to Palo Alto?
The best way to get from Redwood City to Palo Alto is to Caltrain which takes 9 min and costs $3.80 - $4.67 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1.03 - $4.46 and takes 25 min.
Where does the Redwood City to Palo Alto bus arrive?
Redwood City to Palo Alto bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 station.
Where does the Redwood City to Palo Alto train arrive?
Redwood City to Palo Alto train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at California Avenue Caltrain Southbound station.
Can I drive from Redwood City to Palo Alto?
Yes, the driving distance between Redwood City to Palo Alto is 13 km. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from Redwood City 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.
