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How to get fromPalo Alto to Montaraby train, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Palo Alto to Montara by train, taxi, or car

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  1. Caltrain, taxi

    best
    1. Take the train from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain train Local Weekday / ...
    2. Take the taxi from Millbrae Caltrain Northbound to Montarataxi taxi
    54 min
    $66–87

  2. Drive 29.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Palo Alto to Montaracar car 29.8 mi
    42 min
    $6–8

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to Montarataxi taxi 29.8 mi
    42 min
    $110–140

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 33 mi
  • Duration: 54 min

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

There is no direct connection from Palo Alto to Montara. However, you can take the train to Millbrae Caltrain Northbound then take the taxi to Montara. Alternatively, you can drive from Palo Alto to Montara in around 42 min.

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