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

The cheapest way to get from Carmichael to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmichael to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Carmichael and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmichael to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Fair Oaks Blvd & Marconi Ave and arriving at El Camino & Churchill via Arden Fair Mall & Terminal, Sacramento and King & Tully. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Carmichael and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Carmichael station to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Mather Field/Mills Station and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound via Sacramento and Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Carmichael to Palo Alto?

The distance between Carmichael and Palo Alto is 157 miles. The road distance is 122.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmichael to Palo Alto without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs $45 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Carmichael to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

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

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

Carmichael to Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Sacramento station.

Train or bus from Carmichael to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from Carmichael to Palo Alto is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs $45 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus and line 22 bus, which costs $40 - $85 and takes 8h 13m.

Where does the Carmichael to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Carmichael to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at San Jose station.

Where does the Carmichael to Palo Alto train arrive?

Carmichael to Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Clara Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Carmichael to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmichael to Palo Alto is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Carmichael to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 490+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Santa Clara Amtraktrain Capitol Corridor
5h 8m
$46–98
Drive 122 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carmichael to Palo Altocar 122 mi
2h 25m
$23–33
Bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Sacramento to San Josebus Route 2
2. Take the bus from King & Tully to El Camino & Churchillbus 22
8h 13m
$42–80
Tram, fly, Caltrain
1. Take the tram from Mather Field/Mills Station to 8th & K Stationtram
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SMF - SFO
3. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southboundtrain
4h 11m
$468–774

Carmichael to Palo Alto by tram and train (Amtrak)

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5h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 156.1 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Sacramento to Santa Clara Amtrak every 4 hours. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fair Oaks Blvd & Marconi Ave to El Camino & Churchill via Arden Way & Heritage Ln, Arden Fair Mall & Terminal, Stockton Blvd & 65Th St, Sacramento, San Jose, and King & Tully in around 8h 13m.

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