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San Carlos to Los Altos

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Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Carlos Caltrain Southbound to Palo
Ave. Duration:
10 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.59–$5.61
Train from San Carlos Caltrain Southbound to Mountain
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.49–$7.02

Bus operators

Santa Clara VTA

Phone:
+1 408-321-2300
Website:
vta.org
Bus from Palo Alto Transit Center to El
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.16–$5.87
Bus from Mountain View Transit Center to San
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.16–$5.87

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from El Camino Real & San Carlos Ave to Palo
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.23

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Carlos to Los Altos?

The cheapest way to get from San Carlos to Los Altos is to drive which costs $2.50 - $3.80 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Carlos to Los Altos?

The fastest way to get from San Carlos to Los Altos is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $54.35 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between San Carlos and Los Altos?

No, there is no direct bus from San Carlos to Los Altos. However, there are services departing from El Camino Real & San Carlos Ave and arriving at San Antonio & Almond via Palo Alto Transit Center and Showers & El Camino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

How far is it from San Carlos to Los Altos?

The distance between San Carlos and Los Altos is 19 km. The road distance is 23.3 km.

How do I travel from San Carlos to Los Altos without a car?

The best way to get from San Carlos to Los Altos without a car is to Caltrain and line 22 bus which takes 39 min and costs $4.89 - $9.78 .

How long does it take to get from San Carlos to Los Altos?

It takes approximately 39 min to get from San Carlos to Los Altos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Carlos to Los Altos bus from?

San Carlos to Los Altos bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from El Camino Real & San Carlos Ave station.

Where does the San Carlos to Los Altos bus arrive?

San Carlos to Los Altos bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 station.

Can I drive from San Carlos to Los Altos?

Yes, the driving distance between San Carlos to Los Altos is 23 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from San Carlos to Los Altos.

Where can I stay near Los Altos?

There are 654+ hotels available in Los Altos. Prices start at $57.96 per night.
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