What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Outer Sunset?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Outer Sunset is to bus which costs $6 - $8 and takes 2h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Outer Sunset?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Outer Sunset is to drive which takes 42 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Outer Sunset?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Outer Sunset. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 and arriving at Quintara St & 41st Ave via 24th St & Mission St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Outer Sunset?

No, there is no direct train from Palo Alto to Outer Sunset. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Judah St & 40th Ave via King St & 4th St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Outer Sunset?

The distance between Palo Alto and Outer Sunset is 38 miles. The road distance is 33.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Outer Sunset without a car is to Caltrain and tram which takes 1h 47m and costs $9 - $11.

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Outer Sunset?

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Palo Alto to Outer Sunset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Outer Sunset bus from?

Palo Alto to Outer Sunset bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 station.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Outer Sunset train from?

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

Where does the Palo Alto to Outer Sunset bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Outer Sunset bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at San Bruno BART-Bay 5 station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Outer Sunset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Outer Sunset?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Outer Sunset is 34 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Palo Alto to Outer Sunset.

Where can I stay near Outer Sunset?

There are 795+ hotels available in Outer Sunset.

Palo Alto to Outer Sunset - 5 ways to travel via Caltrain, tram, and bus

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

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Caltrain, tram
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the tram from King St & 4th St to Judah St & 40th Avetram N
1h 47m
$9–11
Drive 33.3 mi
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1. Drive from Palo Alto to Outer Sunsetcar 33.3 mi
42 min
$7–9
Bus, line 48 bus
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to San Bruno BART-Bay 5bus Ecr
2. Take the bus from 24th St & Mission St to Quintara St & 41st Avebus 48
2h 38m
$8–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to Outer Sunsettaxi 33.3 mi
42 min
$120–150
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Daly City BART-Bay 3bus Ecr
2h 40m
$7–8

Palo Alto to Outer Sunset by train and tram

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1h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 38.2 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Quintara St & 41st Ave via San Bruno BART-Bay 5, San Bruno, 24th Street / Mission, and 24th St & Mission St in around 2h 38m.

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