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

The cheapest way to get from Fresno to Palo Alto is to bus and Caltrain which costs $24 - $45 and takes 4h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fresno to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 3h and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Fresno and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Fresno to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Fresno and arriving at El Camino & Churchill via King & Story. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Fresno to Palo Alto?

The distance between Fresno and Palo Alto is 164 miles. The road distance is 166.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fresno to Palo Alto without a car is to bus and Caltrain which takes 4h 49m and costs $24 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Fresno to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Fresno to Palo Alto bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Fresno to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Fresno to Palo Alto is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Fresno to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 499+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Fresno to Palo Alto - 5 ways to travel via bus, Caltrain, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Fresno to Palo Alto by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, Caltrain
best
1. Take the bus from Fresno, CA to Gilroybus Nogales / ...
2. Take the train from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northboundtrain South County
4h 49m
$24–41
Bus, line 22 bus via San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fresno, CA to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephantbus Nogales / ...
2. Take the bus from King & Virginia to El Camino & Churchillbus 22
4h 56m
$21–38
Drive 165.8 mi
1. Drive from Fresno to Palo Altocar 165.8 mi
3h
$31–44
Fly, Caltrain
1. Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane FAT - SFO
2. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southboundtrain
3h 47m
$124–469
Bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Fresno to San Josebus Lxit 3323
2. Take the bus from King & Story to El Camino & Churchillbus 22
4h 55m
$45–64

Fresno to Palo Alto by bus, foot, and train

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4h 49mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.3 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Fresno to El Camino & Churchill via San Jose and King & Story in around 4h 55m.

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