What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Ben Lomond?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Ben Lomond is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 59 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Ben Lomond?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Ben Lomond is to drive which takes 59 min and costs $7 - $11.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Ben Lomond?

The distance between Palo Alto and Ben Lomond is 48 miles. The road distance is 39.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Ben Lomond without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 1h 56m and costs $13 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Ben Lomond?

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Palo Alto to Ben Lomond, including transfers.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Ben Lomond?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Ben Lomond is 39 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Palo Alto to Ben Lomond.

Where can I stay near Ben Lomond?

There are 137+ hotels available in Ben Lomond.

Palo Alto to Ben Lomond - 3 ways to travel via Caltrain, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Caltrain, 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 Cavallaro Transit Centerbus 17
3. Take the bus from Cavallaro Transit Center to Glen Arbor Rd & Hwy 9bus 35 / ...
1h 56m
$13–18
Drive 39.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Ben Lomondcar 39.2 mi
59 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to Ben Lomondtaxi 39.2 mi
59 min
$130–160

Palo Alto to Ben Lomond by train and bus

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1h 56mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 47.7 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

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

There is no direct connection from Palo Alto to Ben Lomond. However, you can take the train to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound, walk to Diridon Station, take the bus to Cavallaro Transit Center, then take the line 35 bus to Glen Arbor Rd & Hwy 9. Alternatively, you can drive from Palo Alto to Ben Lomond in around 59 min.

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