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San Mateo to Los Altos

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Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Mateo Caltrain Southbound to Palo
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.49–$7.02
Train from San Mateo Caltrain Southbound to Mountain
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.38–$8.29

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 & 4th Ave to Palo
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.23

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from San Mateo to Los Altos is to drive which costs $3.48 - $5.11 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from San Mateo to Los Altos is to drive which takes 23 min and costs $3.48 - $5.11 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from San Mateo to Los Altos. However, there are services departing from El Camino Real & 4th Ave and arriving at San Antonio & Almond via Palo Alto Transit Center and Showers & El Camino. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from San Mateo to Los Altos?

The distance between San Mateo and Los Altos is 28 km. The road distance is 31.7 km.

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

The best way to get from San Mateo to Los Altos without a car is to Caltrain and line 22 bus which takes 49 min and costs $5.43 - $10.87 .

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

It takes approximately 49 min to get from San Mateo to Los Altos, including transfers.

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

San Mateo to Los Altos bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from El Camino Real & 4th Ave station.

Where does the San Mateo to Los Altos bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from San Mateo to Los Altos?

Yes, the driving distance between San Mateo to Los Altos is 32 km. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from San Mateo 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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