What is the cheapest way to get from Outer Sunset to Palo Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Outer Sunset to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Outer Sunset to Palo Alto?

The fastest way to get from Outer Sunset to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Outer Sunset and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Outer Sunset to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Sunset Blvd & Ortega St and arriving at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 via San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Outer Sunset and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Outer Sunset to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Judah St & Sunset Blvd and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Southbound via San Francisco Caltrain Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Outer Sunset to Palo Alto?

The distance between Outer Sunset and Palo Alto is 40 miles. The road distance is 33.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Outer Sunset to Palo Alto without a car is to tram and Caltrain which takes 1h 58m and costs $9 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Outer Sunset to Palo Alto?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Outer Sunset to Palo Alto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Outer Sunset to Palo Alto bus from?

Outer Sunset to Palo Alto bus services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, depart from Sunset Blvd & Ortega St station.

Where do I catch the Outer Sunset to Palo Alto train from?

Outer Sunset to Palo Alto train services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, depart from Judah St & Sunset Blvd station.

Where does the Outer Sunset to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Outer Sunset to Palo Alto bus services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, arrive at Ocean Ave/Balboa Park Bart Station.

Where does the Outer Sunset to Palo Alto train arrive?

Outer Sunset to Palo Alto train services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, arrive at King St & 4th St station.

Can I drive from Outer Sunset to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Outer Sunset to Palo Alto is 34 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Outer Sunset to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 490+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Outer Sunset to Palo Alto - 4 ways to travel via tram, Caltrain

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There are 4 ways to get from Outer Sunset to Palo Alto by tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram, Caltrain
best
1. Take the tram from Judah St & Sunset Blvd to King St & 4th Sttram N
2. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
1h 58m
$9–12
Line 29 bus, bus
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1. Take the bus from Sunset Blvd & Ortega St to Ocean Ave/Balboa Park Bart Stationbus 29
2. Take the bus from San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr
2h 41m
$6–10
Drive 33.3 mi
1. Drive from Outer Sunset to Palo Altocar 33.3 mi
41 min
$7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Outer Sunset to Palo Altotaxi 33.3 mi
41 min
$120–150

Outer Sunset to Palo Alto by tram and train

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1h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 39.9 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Sunset Blvd & Ortega St to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 via Ocean Ave/Balboa Park Bart Station, Balboa Park, San Bruno, and San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway in around 2h 41m.

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