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

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Orinda is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Orinda is to drive which takes 47 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Orinda?

No, there is no direct train from Palo Alto to Orinda. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Orinda via King St & 4th St and Embarcadero. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Orinda?

The distance between Palo Alto and Orinda is 47 miles. The road distance is 38.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Orinda without a car is to Caltrain and BART which takes 1h 45m and costs $13 - $17.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Palo Alto to Orinda, including transfers.

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

Palo Alto to Orinda train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Orinda train arrive?

Palo Alto to Orinda train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Francisco Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Orinda?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Orinda is 39 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Palo Alto to Orinda.

Where can I stay near Orinda?

There are 667+ hotels available in Orinda.

Palo Alto to Orinda - 5 ways to travel via Caltrain, BART, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Palo Alto to Orinda by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Caltrain, BART
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the subway from Embarcadero to Orindasubway Yellow-N
1h 45m
$13–17
Bus, BART via Embarcadero
cheapest
1. Take the bus from E Bayshore Rd & Donohoe St to Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37bus Epx
2. Take the subway from Embarcadero to Orindasubway Yellow-N
2h 7m
$7–10
Drive 38.6 mi
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Orindacar 38.6 mi
47 min
$7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to Orindataxi 38.6 mi
47 min
$140–170
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to San Bruno BART-Bay 5bus Ecr
2. Take the subway from San Bruno to Orindasubway Yellow-N
2h 36m
$9–11

Palo Alto to Orinda by train, tram, and subway

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Distance: 47.1 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

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

There is no direct connection from Palo Alto to Orinda. However, you can take the train to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound, walk to King St & 4th St, take the vehicle to Metro Embarcadero Station, walk to Embarcadero, then take the subway to Orinda. Alternatively, you can take a bus from E Bayshore Rd & Donohoe St to Orinda via Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37 and Embarcadero in around 2h 7m.

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