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Transport providers
Train operators
Caltrain
Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Carlos Caltrain Southbound to California
Ave. Duration:
13 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.85–$6.00
Bus operators
SamTrans
Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from El Camino Real & San Carlos Ave to Palo
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.23
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from San Carlos to Palo Alto?
The cheapest way to get from San Carlos to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $1.74 - $2.61 and takes 13 min.
What is the fastest way to get from San Carlos to Palo Alto?
The fastest way to get from San Carlos to Palo Alto is to Caltrain which takes 13 min and costs $4.13 - $5.11 .
Is there a direct bus between San Carlos and Palo Alto?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from El Camino Real & San Carlos Ave and arriving at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.
Is there a direct train between San Carlos and Palo Alto?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Carlos Caltrain Southbound and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Southbound. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.
How far is it from San Carlos to Palo Alto?
The distance between San Carlos and Palo Alto is 14 km. The road distance is 15.8 km.
How do I travel from San Carlos to Palo Alto without a car?
The best way to get from San Carlos to Palo Alto without a car is to Caltrain which takes 13 min and costs $4.13 - $5.11 .
How long does it take to get from San Carlos to Palo Alto?
The Caltrain from San Carlos Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southbound takes 13 min including transfers and departs hourly.
Where do I catch the San Carlos to Palo Alto bus from?
San Carlos to Palo Alto bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from El Camino Real & San Carlos Ave station.
Where do I catch the San Carlos to Palo Alto train from?
San Carlos to Palo Alto train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from San Carlos Caltrain Southbound station.
Train or bus from San Carlos to Palo Alto?
The best way to get from San Carlos to Palo Alto is to Caltrain which takes 13 min and costs $4.13 - $5.11 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1.03 - $4.46 and takes 38 min.
Where does the San Carlos to Palo Alto bus arrive?
San Carlos to Palo Alto bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 station.
Where does the San Carlos to Palo Alto train arrive?
San Carlos to Palo Alto train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at California Avenue Caltrain Southbound station.
Can I drive from San Carlos to Palo Alto?
Yes, the driving distance between San Carlos to Palo Alto is 16 km. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from San Carlos 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.
