What is the cheapest way to get from Mission District to Palo Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Mission District to Palo Alto is to bus which costs $3 - $5 and takes 2h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mission District to Palo Alto?

The fastest way to get from Mission District to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Mission District and Palo Alto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Potrero Ave & 21st St and arriving at University Ave & Woodland Ave. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Mission District and Palo Alto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Southbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Mission District to Palo Alto?

The distance between Mission District and Palo Alto is 32 miles. The road distance is 31.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mission District to Palo Alto without a car is to Caltrain which takes 52 min and costs $7 - $10.

How long does it take to get from Mission District to Palo Alto?

The Caltrain from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southbound takes 52 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Mission District to Palo Alto bus from?

Mission District to Palo Alto bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Potrero Ave & 21st St station.

Where do I catch the Mission District to Palo Alto train from?

Mission District to Palo Alto train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound station.

Train or bus from Mission District to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from Mission District to Palo Alto is to Caltrain which takes 52 min and costs $7 - $10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $3 - $5 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Mission District to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Mission District to Palo Alto bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at University Ave & Woodland Ave station.

Where does the Mission District to Palo Alto train arrive?

Mission District to Palo Alto train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at California Avenue Caltrain Southbound station.

Can I drive from Mission District to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Mission District to Palo Alto is 32 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Mission District to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 500+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Mission District to Palo Alto - 6 ways to travel via Caltrain, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Mission District to Palo Alto by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
52 min
$7–10
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Potrero Ave & 21st St to University Ave & Woodland Avebus 397
2h 10m
$3–5
Drive 31.4 mi
1. Drive from Mission District to Palo Altocar 31.4 mi
37 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mission District to Palo Altotaxi 31.4 mi
37 min
$110–140
Bus via San Bruno
1. Take the bus from San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr
2h 13m
$5–8
Line 292 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Potrero Ave & 21st St to Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1bus 292 / ...
2. Take the bus from Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr / ...
2h 30m
$4–7

Mission District to Palo Alto by train

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Distance: 31.9 mi
Duration: 52 min

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

Caltrain operates a train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southbound every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, SamTrans operates a bus from Potrero Ave & 21st St to University Ave & Woodland Ave every 4 hours. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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