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

The cheapest way to get from Hayward to East Palo Alto is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Hayward to East Palo Alto is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $65 - $80.

Is there a direct train between Hayward and East Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Hayward to East Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Hayward and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound via Milpitas Station and Mountain View Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Hayward to East Palo Alto?

The distance between Hayward and East Palo Alto is 48 miles. The road distance is 17.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hayward to East Palo Alto without a car is to bus and Caltrain and line 281 bus which takes 1h 49m and costs $10 - $19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 49m to get from Hayward to East Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

Hayward to East Palo Alto train services, operated by BART, depart from Hayward station.

Where does the Hayward to East Palo Alto train arrive?

Hayward to East Palo Alto train services, operated by BART, arrive at Milpitas station.

Can I drive from Hayward to East Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Hayward to East Palo Alto is 18 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Hayward to East Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near East Palo Alto?

There are 443+ hotels available in East Palo Alto.

Hayward to East Palo Alto - 5 ways to travel via bus, Caltrain

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There are 5 ways to get from Hayward to East Palo Alto by bus, train, subway, tram, taxi, or car

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Bus, Caltrain, line 281 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Hayward Bus Station to San Jose Diridon Stationbus
2. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Northboundtrain
3. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to University Ave & Runnymede Stbus 281 / ...
1h 49m
$10–18
Drive 17.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Hayward to East Palo Altocar 17.6 mi
21 min
$4–5
BART, tram
1. Take the subway from Hayward to Milpitassubway Orange-S / ...
2. Take the tram from Milpitas Station to Mountain View Stationtram Orange Line
2h 20m
$13–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hayward to East Palo Altotaxi 17.6 mi
21 min
$65–80
BART, bus
1. Take the subway from Hayward to Daly Citysubway Green-S
2. Take the bus from Daly City BART-Bay 1 to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr
3h 44m
$9–15

Hayward to East Palo Alto by bus and train

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Distance: 48.2 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

What companies run services between Hayward, Alameda County, CA, USA and East Palo Alto, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Hayward to East Palo Alto. However, you can take the bus to San Jose Diridon Station, walk to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound, take the train to Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound, walk to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9, then take the bus to University Ave & Runnymede St. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Hayward to University Ave & Runnymede St via Milpitas, Milpitas Station, Mountain View Station, Mountain View Caltrain Northbound, Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound, and Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 in around 2h 20m.

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