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

The cheapest way to get from Atwater to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Atwater to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Atwater and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Atwater to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Atwater and arriving at San Jose via San Joaquin & Clay Northbound and Stockton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Atwater to Palo Alto?

The distance between Atwater and Palo Alto is 136 miles. The road distance is 111.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Atwater to Palo Alto without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 20m and costs $40 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Atwater to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

Atwater to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Atwater station.

Where does the Atwater to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Atwater to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Stockton Rapid Connection station.

Can I drive from Atwater to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Atwater to Palo Alto is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Atwater to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 499+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Atwater to Palo Alto - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 70 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Atwater to Palo Alto by bus, train, bus (Amtrak), or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Atwater to Mantecabus 1
2. Take the train from Lathrop/Manteca Station to Santa Clara Stationtrain Ace
5h 20m
$42–58
Bus, line 22 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ Targetbus Lb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephantbus
3. Take the bus from King & Virginia to El Camino & Churchillbus 22
7h 22m
$14–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Atwater to Stockton Rapid Connectionbus Lxrc 3521
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 45m
$59–89
Drive 110.6 mi
1. Drive from Atwater to Palo Altocar 110.6 mi
2h 17m
$21–30
Bus, line 70 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Atwater to Modestobus 1
2. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to ACE Lathrop Stationbus 70
3. Take the train from Lathrop/Manteca Station to Santa Clara Stationtrain Ace
5h 26m
$42–58

Atwater to Palo Alto by bus and train

14Weekly Services

5h 45mAverage Duration

$59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 135.5 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Atwater, Merced County, CA, USA and Palo Alto, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Atwater to California Avenue Caltrain Northbound via Stockton Rapid Connection, San Joaquin & Clay Northbound, San Joaquin & Taylor Northbound, Stockton, San Jose, and San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound in around 5h 45m.

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