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

The cheapest way to get from Hollister to Palo Alto is to bus and Caltrain which costs $10 - $14 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hollister to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Hollister and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Hollister to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from 4th & San Benito and arriving at San Jose Diridon via Gilroy Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Hollister to Palo Alto?

The distance between Hollister and Palo Alto is 70 miles. The road distance is 63.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hollister to Palo Alto without a car is to bus and Caltrain which takes 3h 24m and costs $10 - $14.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Hollister to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

Hollister to Palo Alto bus services, operated by San Benito County Express, depart from 4th & San Benito station.

Where does the Hollister to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Hollister to Palo Alto bus services, operated by San Benito County Express, arrive at Caltrain/Greyhound Station.

Can I drive from Hollister to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Hollister to Palo Alto is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Hollister to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 500+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Hollister to Palo Alto - 4 ways to travel via bus, Caltrain, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Hollister to Palo Alto by bus, train, bus (Amtrak), or car

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Bus, Caltrain
best
1. Take the bus from 4th & San Benito to Caltrain/Greyhound Stationbus Intercounty
2. Take the train from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northboundtrain South County
3h 24m
$10–14
Bus, line 22 bus
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1. Take the bus from 4th & San Benito to Caltrain/Greyhound Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Gilroy Transit Center to 1st & Santa Clarabus 68
3. Take the bus from Santa Clara & 1st to El Camino & Californiabus 22
4h 7m
$5–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from 4th & San Benito to Caltrain/Greyhound Stationbus Intercounty
2. Take the bus from Gilroy Transit Center to San Jose Diridonbus 68 / ...
3h 29m
$16–25
Drive 62.8 mi
1. Drive from Hollister to Palo Altocar 62.8 mi
1h 10m
$12–17

Hollister to Palo Alto by bus and train

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3h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 69.9 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a bus from 4th & San Benito to California Avenue Caltrain Northbound via Gilroy Transit Center, San Jose Diridon, and San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound in around 3h 29m.

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