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Trip Overview

The average train between Palo Alto and Fullerton takes 12h 51m and the fastest train takes 12h 50m. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Palo Alto to Fullerton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

12h 51m
Duration
462 mi
Distance
$292
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Palo Alto to Fullerton train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Palo Alto and Fullerton. The earliest departure is at 9:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Palo Alto is at 9:49 AM which arrives into Fullerton at 10:39 PM. All services require a transfer at San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound and take an average of 12h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    CaltrainAmtrakAmtrak12h 52m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    CaltrainAmtrakAmtrak12h 52m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    CaltrainAmtrakAmtrak12h 50m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    CaltrainAmtrakAmtrak12h 50m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    CaltrainAmtrakAmtrak12h 52m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Palo Alto to Fullerton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Palo Alto to Fullerton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 462.4 mi
  • Duration: 12h 51m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Jose to Los Angeles once daily. Tickets cost $230–360 and the journey takes 10h 45m.

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