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

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Concord is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Concord is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Concord?

No, there is no direct train from Palo Alto to Concord. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Concord via King St & 4th St and Embarcadero. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Concord?

The distance between Palo Alto and Concord is 60 miles. The road distance is 47.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Concord without a car is to Caltrain and BART which takes 2h 2m and costs $14 - $19.

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

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

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

Palo Alto to Concord train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Concord train arrive?

Palo Alto to Concord train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Francisco Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Concord?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Concord is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Palo Alto to Concord.

Where can I stay near Concord?

There are 150+ hotels available in Concord.

Palo Alto to Concord - 5 ways to travel via Caltrain, BART, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Palo Alto to Concord by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Caltrain, BART
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the subway from Embarcadero to Concordsubway Yellow-N
2h 2m
$14–19
Bus, BART via San Francisco
cheapest
1. Take the bus from E Bayshore Rd & Donohoe St to Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37bus Epx
2. Take the subway from Embarcadero to Concordsubway Yellow-N
2h 24m
$8–12
Drive 47.5 mi
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Concordcar 47.5 mi
1h 3m
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to Concordtaxi 47.5 mi
1h 3m
$160–200
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to San Bruno BART-Bay 5bus Ecr
2. Take the subway from San Bruno to Concordsubway Yellow-N
2h 53m
$11–14

Palo Alto to Concord by train, tram, and subway

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Distance: 60 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

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

There is no direct connection from Palo Alto to Concord. However, you can take the train to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound, walk to King St & 4th St, take the vehicle to Metro Embarcadero Station, walk to Embarcadero, then take the subway to Concord. Alternatively, you can take a bus from E Bayshore Rd & Donohoe St to Concord via Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37 and Embarcadero in around 2h 24m.

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