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

The cheapest way to get from Folsom to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folsom to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Folsom and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Folsom to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from University/65Th Lrt & Bay 4 and arriving at El Camino & Churchill via Sacramento and King & Tully. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Folsom and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Folsom station to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Historic Folsom Station and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound via Sacramento and Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Folsom to Palo Alto?

The distance between Folsom and Palo Alto is 167 miles. The road distance is 133.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folsom to Palo Alto without a car is to tram and train which takes 5h 29m and costs $45 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Folsom to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

Folsom to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Xe Đò Hoàng, depart from Sacramento station.

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

Folsom to Palo Alto train services, operated by Sacramento Regional Transit, depart from Historic Folsom Station.

Where does the Folsom to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Folsom to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Xe Đò Hoàng, arrive at San Jose station.

Where does the Folsom to Palo Alto train arrive?

Folsom to Palo Alto train services, operated by Sacramento Regional Transit, arrive at Sacramento Valley Station.

Can I drive from Folsom to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Folsom to Palo Alto is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Folsom to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 479+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Folsom to Palo Alto - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and line 22 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Folsom to Palo Alto by tram, train, bus, car, or plane

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Historic Folsom Station to Sacramento Valley Stationtram Gold
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Santa Clara Amtraktrain Capitol Corridor
5h 29m
$46–98
Drive 132.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folsom to Palo Altocar 132.9 mi
2h 31m
$25–35
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
7h 48m
$44–50
Tram, fly
1. Take the tram from Historic Folsom Station to 8th & K Stationtram
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SMF - SFO
4h 32m
$468–774

Folsom to Palo Alto by tram and train

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5h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 166.4 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

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

You can take a vehicle from Historic Folsom Station to El Camino & Churchill via University/65th Street Station, University/65Th Lrt & Bay 4, 65Th St & 53Rd Ave, Sacramento, San Jose, and King & Tully in around 7h 48m.

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