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

The cheapest way to get from Milpitas to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Milpitas to Palo Alto is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Milpitas and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Milpitas to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Main & Serra and arriving at El Camino & California via Santa Clara & 1st. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Milpitas and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Milpitas station to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Alder Station and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound via Mountain View Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Milpitas to Palo Alto?

The distance between Milpitas and Palo Alto is 16 miles. The road distance is 15 miles.

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

The best way to get from Milpitas to Palo Alto without a car is to tram which takes 1h 3m and costs $5 - $8.

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

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Milpitas to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

Milpitas to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Main & Serra station.

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

Milpitas to Palo Alto train services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Alder Station.

Where does the Milpitas to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Milpitas to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at 2nd & Santa Clara station.

Where does the Milpitas to Palo Alto train arrive?

Milpitas to Palo Alto train services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Mountain View Station.

Can I drive from Milpitas to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Milpitas to Palo Alto is 15 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Milpitas to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 482+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Milpitas to Palo Alto - 5 ways to travel via tram, line 21 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Milpitas to Palo Alto by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Alder Station to Mountain View Stationtram Orange Line
1h 3m
$6–8
Drive 14.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Milpitas to Palo Altocar 14.9 mi
18 min
$3–4
Tram, line 21 bus
1. Take the tram from Alder Station to Middlefield Stationtram Orange Line
2. Take the bus from Middlefield Station to Middlefield & Embarcaderobus 21
1h 50m
$4–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Milpitas to Palo Altotaxi 14.9 mi
18 min
$50–65
Line 66 bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Main & Serra to 2nd & Santa Clarabus 66
2. Take the bus from Santa Clara & 1st to El Camino & Californiabus Rapid 522 / ...
2h 11m
$4–10

Milpitas to Palo Alto by tram and train

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Distance: 15.6 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

Santa Clara VTA operates a vehicle from Alder Station to Mountain View Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main & Serra to El Camino & California via 2nd & Santa Clara and Santa Clara & 1st in around 2h 11m.

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