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

The cheapest way to get from Milpitas to Palo Alto Caltrain Station is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Milpitas to Palo Alto Caltrain Station is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Milpitas and Palo Alto Caltrain Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Milpitas to Palo Alto Caltrain Station. However, there are services departing from Main & Serra and arriving at Palo Alto Transit Center via Santa Clara & 2nd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Milpitas and Palo Alto Caltrain Station?

No, there is no direct train from Milpitas station to Palo Alto Caltrain Station. However, there are services departing from Alder Station and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound via Mountain View Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Milpitas to Palo Alto Caltrain Station?

The distance between Milpitas and Palo Alto Caltrain Station is 17 miles. The road distance is 15.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Milpitas to Palo Alto Caltrain Station without a car is to tram which takes 1h 4m and costs $6 - $8.

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

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Milpitas to Palo Alto Caltrain Station, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Milpitas to Palo Alto Caltrain Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Milpitas to Palo Alto Caltrain Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Milpitas to Palo Alto Caltrain Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Milpitas to Palo Alto Caltrain Station is 16 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Milpitas to Palo Alto Caltrain Station.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto Caltrain Station?

There are 501+ hotels available in Palo Alto Caltrain Station.

Milpitas to Palo Alto Caltrain Station - 4 ways to travel via tram

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There are 4 ways to get from Milpitas to Palo Alto Caltrain Station 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 4m
$6–8
Drive 15.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Milpitas to Palo Alto Caltrain Stationcar 15.7 mi
23 min
$3–5
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 & 2nd to Palo Alto Transit Centerbus 22 / ...
2h 19m
$4–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Milpitas to Palo Alto Caltrain Stationtaxi 15.7 mi
23 min
$55–70

Milpitas to Palo Alto Caltrain Station by tram and train

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Distance: 17.2 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Milpitas, CA, USA and Palo Alto Caltrain Station, 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 Palo Alto Transit Center via 2nd & Santa Clara and Santa Clara & 2nd in around 2h 19m.

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