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

The cheapest way to get from Capitola to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Capitola to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $8 - $12.

How far is it from Capitola to Palo Alto?

The distance between Capitola and Palo Alto is 50 miles. The road distance is 44.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Capitola to Palo Alto without a car is to line 2 bus and bus and Caltrain which takes 2h 4m and costs $17 - $29.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Capitola to Palo Alto, including transfers.

Can I drive from Capitola to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Capitola to Palo Alto is 44 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Capitola to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 490+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Capitola to Palo Alto - 3 ways to travel via line 2 bus, bus, Caltrain, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Capitola to Palo Alto by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 2 bus, bus, Caltrain
best
1. Take the bus from Capitola Mall - Lane 1 to River St S. & Soquel Avebus 2
2. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus 17
3. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to California Avenue Caltrain Northboundtrain
2h 4m
$17–29
Drive 44 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Capitola to Palo Altocar 44 mi
56 min
$8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Capitola to Palo Altotaxi 44 mi
56 min
$150–180

Capitola to Palo Alto by bus and train

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2h 4mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 49.7 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

There is no direct connection from Capitola to Palo Alto. However, you can take the line 2 bus to River St S. & Soquel Ave, walk to Front, take the bus to Diridon Station, walk to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound, then take the train to California Avenue Caltrain Northbound. Alternatively, you can drive from Capitola to Palo Alto in around 56 min.

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