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

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Fresno is to Caltrain and bus which costs $23 - $40 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Fresno is to drive which takes 3h and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Fresno?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Fresno. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Churchill and arriving at Fresno, CA via San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Fresno?

The distance between Palo Alto and Fresno is 170 miles. The road distance is 166.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Fresno without a car is to line 22 bus and bus which takes 5h 27m and costs $20 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Palo Alto to Fresno, including transfers.

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

Palo Alto to Fresno bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from El Camino & Churchill station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Fresno bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Fresno bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at King & Virginia station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Fresno?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Fresno is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Palo Alto to Fresno.

Where can I stay near Fresno?

There are 143+ hotels available in Fresno.

Palo Alto to Fresno - 4 ways to travel via line 22 bus, bus, car, and Caltrain

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There are 4 ways to get from Palo Alto to Fresno by bus, car, train, or plane

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Line 22 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Churchill to King & Virginiabus 22
2. Take the bus from San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant to Fresno, CAbus San Jose
5h 27m
$20–40
Drive 165.6 mi
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Fresnocar 165.6 mi
3h
$31–44
Caltrain, fly
1. Take the train from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)plane SFO - FAT
4h 4m
$195–479
Caltrain, bus
1. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound to Gilroy Caltrain Southboundtrain South County
2. Take the bus from Gilroy to Fresno, CAbus San Jose
5h 34m
$23–38

Palo Alto to Fresno by bus

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5h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.1 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

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

You can take a bus from El Camino & Churchill to Fresno, CA via King & Virginia and San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant in around 5h 27m.

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