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

The cheapest way to get from Cupertino to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cupertino to Palo Alto is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $45 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Cupertino and Palo Alto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vallco Pkwy & Perimeter and arriving at Hansen & Page Mill. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Cupertino to Palo Alto?

The distance between Cupertino and Palo Alto is 14 miles. The road distance is 12.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cupertino to Palo Alto without a car is to bus which takes 33 min and costs $2 - $5.

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

The bus from Vallco Pkwy & Perimeter to Hansen & Page Mill takes 33 min including transfers and departs once daily.

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

Cupertino to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Vallco Pkwy & Perimeter station.

Where does the Cupertino to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Cupertino to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Hansen & Page Mill station.

Can I drive from Cupertino to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Cupertino to Palo Alto is 13 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Cupertino to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 500+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Cupertino to Palo Alto - 5 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, and Caltrain

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There are 5 ways to get from Cupertino to Palo Alto by bus, taxi, car, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Vallco Pkwy & Perimeter to Hansen & Page Millbus Express 101
33 min
$2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cupertino to Palo Altotaxi 12.7 mi
17 min
$45–55
Drive 12.7 mi
1. Drive from Cupertino to Palo Altocar 12.7 mi
17 min
$3–4
Bus, Caltrain
1. Take the bus from Stelling & Greenleaf to Sunnyvale Transit Centerbus Rapid 523
2. Take the train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to California Avenue Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
44 min
$6–10
Bus, line 21 bus
1. Take the bus from Stevens Creek & De Anza to Sunnyvale Transit Centerbus Rapid 523 / ...
2. Take the bus from Evelyn & Frances to Middlefield & Embarcaderobus 21
1h 47m
$4–10

Cupertino to Palo Alto by bus

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Distance: 14.2 mi
Duration: 33 min

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

Santa Clara VTA operates a bus from Vallco Pkwy & Perimeter to Hansen & Page Mill once daily. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 33 min.

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