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

The cheapest way to get from Burlingame to Palo Alto is to bus which costs $2 - $3 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burlingame to Palo Alto is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $65 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Burlingame and Palo Alto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from California Dr & Broadway and arriving at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Burlingame and Palo Alto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Broadway Caltrain Southbound and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Southbound. Services depart every three hours, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Burlingame to Palo Alto?

The distance between Burlingame and Palo Alto is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burlingame to Palo Alto without a car is to Caltrain which takes 30 min and costs $5 - $7.

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

The Caltrain from Broadway Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southbound takes 30 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

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

Burlingame to Palo Alto bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from California Dr & Broadway station.

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

Burlingame to Palo Alto train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Broadway Caltrain Southbound station.

Train or bus from Burlingame to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from Burlingame to Palo Alto is to Caltrain which takes 30 min and costs $5 - $7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $3 and takes 1h 17m.

Where does the Burlingame to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Burlingame to Palo Alto bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 station.

Where does the Burlingame to Palo Alto train arrive?

Burlingame to Palo Alto train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at California Avenue Caltrain Southbound station.

Can I drive from Burlingame to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Burlingame to Palo Alto is 18 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Burlingame to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 500+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Burlingame to Palo Alto - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, bus, taxi, and car

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Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from Broadway Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekend
30 min
$5–7
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from California Dr & Broadway to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr / ...
1h 17m
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Burlingame to Palo Altotaxi 17.8 mi
21 min
$65–80
Drive 17.8 mi
1. Drive from Burlingame to Palo Altocar 17.8 mi
21 min
$4–5

Burlingame to Palo Alto by train

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Distance: 16.8 mi
Duration: 30 min

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

Caltrain operates a train from Broadway Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southbound every 3 hours. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, SamTrans operates a bus from California Dr & Broadway to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 1h 17m.

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