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

The cheapest way to get from Atascadero to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Atascadero to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Atascadero and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Atascadero to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from El Camino Real & Traffic Way and arriving at San Jose via Paso Robles Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Atascadero and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Atascadero station to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Paso Robles Amtrak Station and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Atascadero to Palo Alto?

The distance between Atascadero and Palo Alto is 188 miles. The road distance is 184.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Atascadero to Palo Alto without a car is to bus which takes 5h 32m and costs $55 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Atascadero to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

Atascadero to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Paso Robles Amtrak Station.

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

Atascadero to Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Paso Robles Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Atascadero to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from Atascadero to Palo Alto is to bus which takes 5h 32m and costs $55 - $90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $120 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Atascadero to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Atascadero to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Where does the Atascadero to Palo Alto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Atascadero to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Atascadero to Palo Alto is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Atascadero to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 479+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

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There are 4 ways to get from Atascadero to Palo Alto by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, bus, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 32m
$57–89
Drive 183.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Atascadero to Palo Altocar 183.8 mi
3h 12m
$34–49
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
5h 43m
$57–119
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from El Camino Real & Entrada to Government Centerbus
2. Fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SBP - SFO
5h 9m
$166–423

Atascadero to Palo Alto by bus and train

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Distance: 187.1 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to San Jose 4 times a day. Tickets cost $50–80 and the journey takes 3h 20m. American Star Tours also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 3h 31m.

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