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

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Aptos is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Aptos is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $8 - $13.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Aptos?

The distance between Palo Alto and Aptos is 53 miles. The road distance is 48 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Aptos without a car is to Caltrain and bus and line 1 bus which takes 2h 3m and costs $17 - $29.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Palo Alto to Aptos, including transfers.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Aptos?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Aptos is 48 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Palo Alto to Aptos.

Where can I stay near Aptos?

There are 153+ hotels available in Aptos.

Palo Alto to Aptos - 3 ways to travel via Caltrain, bus, line 1 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Palo Alto to Aptos by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Caltrain, bus, line 1 bus
best
1. Take the train from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
3. Take the bus from River St S. & Soquel Ave to Soquel Dr & State Park Drbus 1
2h 3m
$17–28
Drive 47.8 mi
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1. Drive from Palo Alto to Aptoscar 47.8 mi
56 min
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to Aptostaxi 47.8 mi
56 min
$160–200

Palo Alto to Aptos by train and bus

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2h 3mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 53 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

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

There is no direct connection from Palo Alto to Aptos. However, you can take the train to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound, walk to Diridon Station, take the bus to Soquel Ave & Front, walk to River St S. & Soquel Ave, then take the line 1 bus to Soquel Dr & State Park Dr. Alternatively, you can drive from Palo Alto to Aptos in around 56 min.

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