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

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Milpitas Station is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Milpitas Station is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Milpitas Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Milpitas Station. However, there are services departing from El Camino & California and arriving at Milpitas BART via Santa Clara Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Milpitas Station?

No, there is no direct train from Palo Alto to Milpitas Station station. However, there are services departing from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Milpitas Station via Mountain View Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Milpitas Station?

The distance between Palo Alto and Milpitas Station is 17 miles. The road distance is 16.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Milpitas Station without a car is to tram which takes 1h 4m and costs $6 - $8.

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

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Palo Alto to Milpitas Station, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Palo Alto to Milpitas Station bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Milpitas Station bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Santa Clara Transit Center station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Milpitas Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Milpitas Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Milpitas Station is 17 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Palo Alto to Milpitas Station.

Where can I stay near Milpitas Station?

There are 539+ hotels available in Milpitas Station.

Palo Alto to Milpitas Station - 5 ways to travel via tram, and line 22 bus

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

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Mountain View Station to Milpitas Stationtram Orange Line
1h 4m
$7–8
Drive 16.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Milpitas Stationcar 16.7 mi
21 min
$3–5
Line 22 bus, line 60 bus
1. Take the bus from El Camino & California to Santa Clara Transit Centerbus Rapid 522 / ...
2. Take the bus from Santa Clara Transit Center to Milpitas BARTbus 60
1h 55m
$6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to Milpitas Stationtaxi 16.7 mi
21 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 Milpitas Stationtram Orange Line
1h 33m
$6–8

Palo Alto to Milpitas Station by train and tram

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Distance: 17.1 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

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

Santa Clara VTA operates a vehicle from Mountain View Station to Milpitas Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Camino & California to Milpitas BART via Santa Clara Transit Center in around 1h 55m.

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