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Seattle to Palo Alto

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14 h 23 min
1344 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Seattle to Palo Alto

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Cheapest
By car (1 344 km)
14 h 23 min
1344 km.
from $73
Fastest
Plane to Palo Alto (San Francisco International Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
14 h 23 min
1344 km.
from $17.53
Bus
22 h 38 min
1130 km.
from $226.28
Bus, Plane (Fly Snohomish County Airport to San Francisco International Airport)
4 h 52 min
1130 km.
from $264.67
Bus, Plane (Fly Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to Oakland International Airport)
6 h
1130 km.
from $193.02

Transport providers

Airlines

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$195.65
Plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
2h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$228.26

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$315.22

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$282.61
Plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$239.13
Plane from Snohomish County Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$260.87
Plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$347.83

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
2h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$336.96
Plane from Seattle–Tacoma International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$358.70

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:
$5.33–$6.52

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Seattle to San
Ave. Duration:
24h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$81.52–$271.74
Train from Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtrak to Santa
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$5.98–$59.78

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Seattle Bus Station to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
16h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.78–$184.78

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:
$47.62

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Seattle to Palo Alto is to bus which costs $108.70 - $239.13 and takes 22h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Seattle to Palo Alto is to fly which takes 4h 27m and costs $81.52 - $304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Seattle and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Seattle station to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Seattle Bus Station 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 22h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Seattle and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Seattle to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Seattle and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 1m.

How far is it from Seattle to Palo Alto?

The distance between Seattle and Palo Alto is 1146 km. The road distance is 1344.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Seattle to Palo Alto without a car is to bus which takes 22h 38m and costs $108.70 - $239.13 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Seattle to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

Seattle to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Seattle Bus Station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Seattle to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from Seattle to Palo Alto is to fly which takes 4h 27m and costs $81.52 - $304.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $108.70 - $239.13 and takes 22h 38m, you could also train, which costs $86.96 - $282.61 and takes 25h 1m.

Where does the Seattle to Palo Alto bus arrive?

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

Where does the Seattle to Palo Alto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Seattle to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Seattle to Palo Alto is 1345 km. It takes approximately 14h 23m to drive from Seattle to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 611+ hotels available in Palo Alto. Prices start at $64.34 per night.
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