What is the cheapest way to get from Elk Grove to East Palo Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Elk Grove to East Palo Alto is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 2h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elk Grove to East Palo Alto?

The fastest way to get from Elk Grove to East Palo Alto is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Elk Grove and East Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Elk Grove to East Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Sacramento, CA and arriving at University Ave & Runnymede St via King & Tully and Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Elk Grove and East Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Elk Grove station to East Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from CRC Station and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound via Sacramento and Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Elk Grove to East Palo Alto?

The distance between Elk Grove and East Palo Alto is 167 miles. The road distance is 106.5 miles.

How do I travel from Elk Grove to East Palo Alto without a car?

The best way to get from Elk Grove to East Palo Alto without a car is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs $70 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Elk Grove to East Palo Alto?

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Elk Grove to East Palo Alto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elk Grove to East Palo Alto bus from?

Elk Grove to East Palo Alto bus services, operated by Xe Do Hoang Transportation, depart from Sacramento, CA station.

Where do I catch the Elk Grove to East Palo Alto train from?

Elk Grove to East Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Sacramento station.

Train or bus from Elk Grove to East Palo Alto?

The best way to get from Elk Grove to East Palo Alto is to train which takes 5h 59m and costs $70 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus and line 22 bus, which costs $65 - $85 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Elk Grove to East Palo Alto bus arrive?

Elk Grove to East Palo Alto bus services, operated by Xe Do Hoang Transportation, arrive at San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich station.

Where does the Elk Grove to East Palo Alto train arrive?

Elk Grove to East Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Clara Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Elk Grove to East Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Elk Grove to East Palo Alto is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Elk Grove to East Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near East Palo Alto?

There are 414+ hotels available in East Palo Alto.

Elk Grove to East Palo Alto - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 22 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Elk Grove to East Palo Alto by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Santa Clara Amtraktrain Capitol Corridor
5h 59m
$71–129
Drive 105.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elk Grove to East Palo Altocar 105.9 mi
2h 7m
$20–28
Bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Sacramento, CA to San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwichbus Sacramento
2. Take the bus from King & Tully to Palo Alto Transit Centerbus 22
6h 21m
$70–84

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Distance: 166 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

What companies run services between Elk Grove, CA, USA and East 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 vehicle from Elk Grove to University Ave & Runnymede St via Sacramento, CA, San Jose - Huong Lan Sandwich, King & Tully, and Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 in around 6h 21m.

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