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Dallas to Palo Alto trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Dallas and Palo Alto takes 2d 10h and the fastest train takes 2d 9h. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Dallas to Palo Alto. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2d 10h
Duration
2,165 mi
Distance
$1,396
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Dallas to Palo Alto train times

Trains run twice a week between Dallas and Palo Alto. The service departs Dallas at 12:38 PM in the afternoon, which arrives into Palo Alto at 20:22:00. All services require a transfer at Los Angeles and take an average of 2d 10h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrakCaltrain2d 10h • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Arrives +2 days

    AmtrakAmtrakCaltrain2d 9h • 2 changes

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  • Distance: 2,165.5 mi
  • Duration: 2d 10h

What companies run services between Dallas, TX, USA and Palo Alto, CA, USA?

You can take a train from Dallas to California Avenue Caltrain Northbound via Los Angeles, San Jose, and San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound in around 2d 6h.

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