What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Grand Junction?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Grand Junction is to drive which costs $170 - $250 and takes 17h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Grand Junction?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Grand Junction is to fly which takes 6h 38m and costs $100 - $500.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Grand Junction?

No, there is no direct train from Palo Alto to Grand Junction station. However, there are services departing from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Grand Junction Amtrak Station via Millbrae and Richmond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 8m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Grand Junction?

The distance between Palo Alto and Grand Junction is 790 miles. The road distance is 951 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Grand Junction without a car is to BART and train which takes 27h 8m and costs $360 - $800.

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Grand Junction?

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Palo Alto to Grand Junction, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Grand Junction train from?

Palo Alto to Grand Junction train services, operated by BART, depart from Millbrae station.

What is the time difference between Palo Alto and Grand Junction?

Grand Junction is 1h ahead of Palo Alto. It is currently 6:33 AM in Palo Alto and 7:33 AM in Grand Junction.

Where does the Palo Alto to Grand Junction train arrive?

Palo Alto to Grand Junction train services, operated by BART, arrive at Richmond station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Grand Junction?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Grand Junction is 951 miles. It takes approximately 17h 39m to drive from Palo Alto to Grand Junction.

Where can I stay near Grand Junction?

There are 115+ hotels available in Grand Junction.

Palo Alto to Grand Junction - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, BART, and car

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Fly San Francisco International Airport to Grand Junction Regional Airport
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1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT)plane SFO - GJT
6h 39m
$100–441
BART, train
1. Take the subway from Millbrae to Richmondsubway Red-N
2. Take the train from Richmond to Grand Junction Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
27h 8m
$368–773
Drive 945.4 mi
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Grand Junctioncar 945.4 mi
17h 39m
$173–250
Fly Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Grand Junction Regional Airport
1. Fly from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) to Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT)plane SJC - GJT
6h 38m
$104–492
Train to Oakland International Airport, fly to Grand Junction Regional Airport
1. Take the train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtraktrain
2. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT)plane OAK - GJT
8h 17m
$120–586
Fly San Francisco International Airport to Aspen–Pitkin County Airport, bus
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE)plane SFO - ASE
2. Take the bus from AABC Airport DV to West Glenwood Park & Ridebus
3. Take the bus from West Glenwood Park & Ride to Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facilitybus
8h 13m
$101–393

Palo Alto to Grand Junction by train and subway

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Distance: 785 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Palo Alto, CA, USA and Grand Junction, CO, USA?

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) every 4 hours.

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How to get fromPalo Alto to Grand Junctionby plane, subway, train, car, or bus

There are 6 ways to get from Palo Alto to Grand Junction by plane, subway, train, car, or bus

Fly San Francisco International Airport to Grand Junction Regional Airport

BART, train

Drive 945.4 mi

Fly Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Grand Junction Regional Airport

Train to Oakland International Airport, fly to Grand Junction Regional Airport

Fly San Francisco International Airport to Aspen–Pitkin County Airport, bus