What is the cheapest way to get from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Alto is to bus and line 22 bus which costs $13 - $35 and takes 6h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Alto?

The fastest way to get from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Merced Station (Amtrak) and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Merced Transpo and arriving at El Camino & Churchill via Los Baños and King & Virginia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Alto?

The distance between Merced Station (Amtrak) and Palo Alto is 145 miles. The road distance is 118.6 miles.

How do I travel from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Alto without a car?

The best way to get from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Alto without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 35m and costs $40 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Alto?

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Alto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Alto bus from?

Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Alto bus services, operated by The Bus, depart from Merced Transpo station.

Where does the Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Alto bus services, operated by The Bus, arrive at Pacheco @ Target station.

Can I drive from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Alto is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 501+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Alto - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Alto by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Merced to Mantecabus 1
2. Take the train from Lathrop/Manteca Station to Santa Clara Stationtrain Ace
5h 35m
$42–59
Bus, line 22 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ Targetbus Lb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephantbus
3. Take the bus from King & Virginia to El Camino & Churchillbus 22
6h 11m
$14–32
Drive 117.9 mi
1. Drive from Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Altocar 117.9 mi
2h 24m
$22–32

Merced Station (Amtrak) to Palo Alto by foot and bus

28Weekly Services

6h 11mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 144 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Merced Station (Amtrak), CA, USA and Palo Alto, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Merced Station (Amtrak) to El Camino & Churchill via Merced Transpo, Pacheco @ Target, Los Baños, San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant, and King & Virginia in around 6h 11m.

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