What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Boulder Creek?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Boulder Creek is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Boulder Creek?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Boulder Creek is to drive which takes 58 min and costs $6 - $9.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Boulder Creek?

The distance between Palo Alto and Boulder Creek is 52 miles. The road distance is 33.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Boulder Creek without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 2h 19m and costs $13 - $19.

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Boulder Creek?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Palo Alto to Boulder Creek, including transfers.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Boulder Creek?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Boulder Creek is 33 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Palo Alto to Boulder Creek.

Where can I stay near Boulder Creek?

There are 171+ hotels available in Boulder Creek.

Palo Alto to Boulder Creek - 3 ways to travel via Caltrain, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Palo Alto to Boulder Creek 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 Hwy 9 & Middleton Avebus 35X / ...
2h 19m
$13–18
Drive 33.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Boulder Creekcar 33.3 mi
58 min
$7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to Boulder Creektaxi 33.3 mi
58 min
$110–140

Palo Alto to Boulder Creek by train and bus

217Weekly Services

2h 19mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 51.4 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

There is no direct connection from Palo Alto to Boulder Creek. 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 bus to Hwy 9 & Middleton Ave. Alternatively, you can drive from Palo Alto to Boulder Creek in around 58 min.

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