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

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Burlingame is to bus which costs $2 - $3 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Burlingame is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs $65 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Burlingame?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 and arriving at California Dr & Broadway. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Burlingame?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Broadway Caltrain Northbound. Services depart every three hours, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Burlingame?

The distance between Palo Alto and Burlingame is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Burlingame without a car is to Caltrain which takes 30 min and costs $5 - $7.

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

The Caltrain from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to Broadway Caltrain Northbound takes 30 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

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

Palo Alto to Burlingame bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 station.

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

Palo Alto to Burlingame train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound station.

Train or bus from Palo Alto to Burlingame?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Burlingame is to Caltrain which takes 30 min and costs $5 - $7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $3 and takes 1h 9m.

Where does the Palo Alto to Burlingame bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Burlingame bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at California Dr & Broadway station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Burlingame train arrive?

Palo Alto to Burlingame train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Broadway Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Burlingame?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Burlingame is 17 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Palo Alto to Burlingame.

Where can I stay near Burlingame?

There are 778+ hotels available in Burlingame.

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

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Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to Broadway Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekend
30 min
$5–7
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to California Dr & Broadwaybus Ecr / ...
1h 9m
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to Burlingametaxi 17.4 mi
23 min
$65–80
Drive 17.4 mi
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Burlingamecar 17.4 mi
23 min
$4–5

Palo Alto to Burlingame by train

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Distance: 16.5 mi
Duration: 30 min

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

Caltrain operates a train from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to Broadway Caltrain Northbound every 3 hours. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, SamTrans operates a bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to California Dr & Broadway every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 1h 9m.

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