What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Great Mall/Main Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station. However, there are services departing from El Camino & California and arriving at Main & Great Mall Pkwy via 1st & Santa Clara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Great Mall/Main Station?

No, there is no direct train from Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station station. However, there are services departing from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Great Mall Station via Mountain View Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station?

The distance between Palo Alto and Great Mall/Main Station is 17 miles. The road distance is 15.7 miles.

How do I travel from Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station without a car?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station without a car is to tram which takes 1h 1m and costs $6 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station?

It takes approximately 1h 1m to get from Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station bus from?

Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from El Camino & California station.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station train from?

Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station train services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Mountain View Station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Santa Clara & 2nd station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station train arrive?

Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station train services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Great Mall Station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station is 16 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station.

Where can I stay near Great Mall/Main Station?

There are 489+ hotels available in Great Mall/Main Station.

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There are 5 ways to get from Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Mountain View Station to Great Mall Stationtram Orange Line
1h 1m
$7–8
Drive 15.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Stationcar 15.6 mi
19 min
$3–5
Line 22 bus, line 66 bus
1. Take the bus from El Camino & California to Santa Clara & 2ndbus Rapid 522 / ...
2. Take the bus from 1st & Santa Clara to Main & Great Mall Pkwybus 66
2h 8m
$4–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Stationtaxi 15.6 mi
19 min
$55–70
Line 21 bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Middlefield & Embarcadero to Mountain View Transit Centerbus 21
2. Take the tram from Mountain View Station to Great Mall Stationtram Orange Line
1h 30m
$6–8

Palo Alto to Great Mall/Main Station by train and tram

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Distance: 16.4 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Palo Alto, CA, USA and Great Mall/Main Station, CA, USA?

Santa Clara VTA operates a vehicle from Mountain View Station to Great Mall Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Camino & California to Main & Great Mall Pkwy via Santa Clara & 2nd and 1st & Santa Clara in around 2h 8m.

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