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?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Main & Calaveras and arriving at Palo Alto Veterans Hospital. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

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 bus which takes 37 min and costs $2 - $5.

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

The bus from Main & Calaveras to Palo Alto Veterans Hospital takes 37 min including transfers and departs once daily.

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 & Calaveras 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 Palo Alto Veterans Hospital 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 490+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

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

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1. Take the bus from Main & Calaveras to Palo Alto Veterans Hospitalbus Express 104
37 min
$2–5
Tram
1. Take the tram from Alder Station to Mountain View Stationtram Orange Line
1h 3m
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Milpitas to Palo Altotaxi 14.9 mi
18 min
$50–65
Drive 14.9 mi
1. Drive from Milpitas to Palo Altocar 14.9 mi
18 min
$3–4
Tram, line 21 bus
1. Take the tram from Great Mall Station to Mountain View Stationtram Orange Line
2. Take the bus from Mountain View Transit Center to Middlefield & Embarcaderobus 21
1h 46m
$4–8

Milpitas to Palo Alto by bus

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Distance: 16.4 mi
Duration: 37 min

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

Santa Clara VTA operates a bus from Main & Calaveras to Palo Alto Veterans Hospital once daily. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, 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.

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