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

The cheapest way to get from Mariposa to Palo Alto is to bus and line 22 bus which costs $24 - $45 and takes 8h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mariposa to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Mariposa and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Mariposa to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Midtown Mariposa and arriving at El Camino & Churchill via Merced Transpo, Los Baños and King & Virginia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

How far is it from Mariposa to Palo Alto?

The distance between Mariposa and Palo Alto is 183 miles. The road distance is 156 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mariposa to Palo Alto without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 35m and costs $50 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Mariposa to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

Mariposa to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Yosemite Area Regional Transportation, depart from Midtown Mariposa station.

Where does the Mariposa to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Mariposa to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Yosemite Area Regional Transportation, arrive at Merced Transpo station.

Can I drive from Mariposa to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Mariposa to Palo Alto is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Mariposa to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 500+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Mariposa to Palo Alto - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 22 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Mariposa to Palo Alto by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Midtown Mariposa to Merced Transpobus
2. Take the bus from Merced to Mantecabus 1
3. Take the train from Lathrop/Manteca Station to Santa Clara Stationtrain Ace
7h 35m
$53–73
Bus, line 22 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Midtown Mariposa to Merced Transpobus
2. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ Targetbus Lb
3. Take the bus from Los Baños to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephantbus
4. Take the bus from King & Virginia to El Camino & Churchillbus 22
8h 14m
$24–43
Drive 155.1 mi
1. Drive from Mariposa to Palo Altocar 155.1 mi
3h 10m
$29–41

Mariposa to Palo Alto by bus and foot

28Weekly Services

8h 14mAverage Duration

$24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 181.6 mi
Duration: 7h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Midtown Mariposa to El Camino & Churchill via Merced Transpo, Pacheco @ Target, Los Baños, San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant, and King & Virginia in around 8h 14m.

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