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

The cheapest way to get from Marina to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Marina to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct train between Marina and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Marina to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Marina to Palo Alto?

The distance between Marina and Palo Alto is 86 miles. The road distance is 72.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Marina to Palo Alto without a car is to bus and Caltrain which takes 3h 8m and costs $27 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Marina to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

Marina to Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Where does the Marina to Palo Alto train arrive?

Marina to Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Marina to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Marina to Palo Alto is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Marina to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 491+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

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

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

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Bus, Caltrain
best
1. Take the bus from Salinas to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to California Avenue Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
3h 8m
$27–39
Drive 72.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Marina to Palo Altocar 72.3 mi
1h 28m
$14–20
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
3h 36m
$29–55
Shuttle, line 21 bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Marina Shuttle Station to SJC Airport Terminal Bshuttle Monterey Airbus
2. Take the bus from Santa Clara Transit Center to Middlefield & Embarcaderobus 21
3h 45m
$51–61

Marina to Palo Alto by bus and train

30Weekly Services

3h 8mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85.3 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Marina, Monterey County, CA, USA and Palo Alto, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $22–45 and the journey takes 1h 33m.

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