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

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Atascadero is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Atascadero is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Atascadero?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Atascadero. However, there are services departing from San Jose and arriving at El Camino Real & Entrada via North County Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Atascadero?

No, there is no direct train from Palo Alto to Atascadero station. However, there are services departing from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Paso Robles Amtrak Station via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Atascadero?

The distance between Palo Alto and Atascadero is 188 miles. The road distance is 184.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Atascadero without a car is to bus which takes 6h 26m and costs $55 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Palo Alto to Atascadero, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Atascadero bus from?

Palo Alto to Atascadero bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Atascadero train from?

Palo Alto to Atascadero train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Train or bus from Palo Alto to Atascadero?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Atascadero is to bus which takes 6h 26m and costs $55 - $90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $120 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Palo Alto to Atascadero bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Atascadero bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Paso Robles Amtrak Station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Atascadero train arrive?

Palo Alto to Atascadero train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Paso Robles Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Atascadero?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Atascadero is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Palo Alto to Atascadero.

Where can I stay near Atascadero?

There are 345+ hotels available in Atascadero.

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There are 4 ways to get from Palo Alto to Atascadero by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, plane, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Jose to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 26m
$56–89
Drive 183.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Atascaderocar 183.6 mi
3h 11m
$34–49
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Jose to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationtrain Coast Starlight
6h 27m
$56–119
Fly, bus
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)plane SFO - SBP
2. Take the bus from Government Center to El Camino Real & Traffic Waybus
5h 44m
$167–423

Palo Alto to Atascadero by train and bus

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6h 26mAverage Duration

$56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.5 mi
Duration: 6h 26m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from San Jose to Paso Robles Amtrak Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $50–80 and the journey takes 3h 30m. American Star Tours also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Jose to Paso Robles Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 3h 31m.

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