What is the cheapest way to get from Central Valley to Palo Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Central Valley to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $14 - $22 and takes 1h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central Valley to Palo Alto?

The fastest way to get from Central Valley to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Central Valley and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Central Valley to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Stockton and arriving at San Jose via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Central Valley and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Central Valley station to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound via Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Central Valley to Palo Alto?

The distance between Central Valley and Palo Alto is 106 miles. The road distance is 82.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Central Valley to Palo Alto without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs $45 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Central Valley to Palo Alto?

It takes approximately 3h to get from Central Valley to Palo Alto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central Valley to Palo Alto bus from?

Central Valley to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Stockton station.

Where do I catch the Central Valley to Palo Alto train from?

Central Valley to Palo Alto train services, operated by Altamont Corridor Express, depart from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station.

Train or bus from Central Valley to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from Central Valley to Palo Alto is to train which takes 3h and costs $45 - $65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $85 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Central Valley to Palo Alto bus arrive?

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

Where does the Central Valley to Palo Alto train arrive?

Central Valley to Palo Alto train services, operated by Altamont Corridor Express, arrive at Santa Clara Station.

Can I drive from Central Valley to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Valley to Palo Alto is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Central Valley to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 500+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Central Valley to Palo Alto - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station to Santa Clara Stationtrain Ace
3h
$48–61
Drive 81.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Central Valley to Palo Altocar 81.6 mi
1h 53m
$15–22
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Stockton to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 11m
$63–84
Train, line 21 bus
1. Take the train from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station to Santa Clara Stationtrain Ace
2. Take the bus from Santa Clara Transit Center to Middlefield & Embarcaderobus 21
4h 21m
$46–60
Bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Don Luis Mexican Restaurant - Stockton to San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwichbus Sacramento
2. Take the bus from King & Tully to El Camino & Churchillbus 22
5h 13m
$71–83

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Distance: 105.3 mi
Duration: 3h

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

Altamont Corridor Express operates a train from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station to Santa Clara Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $13–18 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Stockton to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $27–40 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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