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

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Milpitas is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Milpitas is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Milpitas?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Milpitas. However, there are services departing from El Camino & California and arriving at Main & Serra via 1st & Santa Clara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Milpitas?

No, there is no direct train from Palo Alto to Milpitas station. However, there are services departing from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Alder Station via Mountain View Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Milpitas?

The distance between Palo Alto and Milpitas is 16 miles. The road distance is 14.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Milpitas without a car is to tram which takes 58 min and costs $6 - $8.

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

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Palo Alto to Milpitas, including transfers.

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

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

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

Palo Alto to Milpitas train services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Mountain View Station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Milpitas bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Milpitas bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Santa Clara & 2nd station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Milpitas train arrive?

Palo Alto to Milpitas train services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Alder Station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Milpitas?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Milpitas is 15 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Palo Alto to Milpitas.

Where can I stay near Milpitas?

There are 530+ hotels available in Milpitas.

Palo Alto to Milpitas - 5 ways to travel via tram, line 21 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Palo Alto to Milpitas by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Mountain View Station to Alder Stationtram Orange Line
58 min
$7–8
Drive 14.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Milpitascar 14.8 mi
17 min
$3–4
Line 21 bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Middlefield & Embarcadero to Middlefield Stationbus 21
2. Take the tram from Middlefield Station to Alder Stationtram Orange Line
1h 31m
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to Milpitastaxi 14.8 mi
17 min
$50–65
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 & Serrabus 66
2h 14m
$4–10

Palo Alto to Milpitas by train and tram

291Weekly Services

58 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 15.5 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

Santa Clara VTA operates a vehicle from Mountain View Station to Alder Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Camino & California to Main & Serra via Santa Clara & 2nd and 1st & Santa Clara in around 2h 14m.

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