What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Paso Robles?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Paso Robles is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Paso Robles?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Paso Robles is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Paso Robles?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Paso Robles station. However, there are services departing from San Jose and arriving at Paso Robles Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Paso Robles?

No, there is no direct train from Palo Alto to Paso Robles station. However, there are services departing from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Paso Robles Amtrak Station via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Paso Robles?

The distance between Palo Alto and Paso Robles is 175 miles. The road distance is 173.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Paso Robles without a car is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs $55 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Paso Robles?

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Palo Alto to Paso Robles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Paso Robles bus from?

Palo Alto to Paso Robles bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Paso Robles train from?

Palo Alto to Paso Robles train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Train or bus from Palo Alto to Paso Robles?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Paso Robles is to bus which takes 4h 55m and costs $55 - $90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $55 - $120 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Palo Alto to Paso Robles bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Paso Robles bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Paso Robles Amtrak Station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Paso Robles train arrive?

Palo Alto to Paso Robles train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Paso Robles Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Paso Robles?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Paso Robles is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Palo Alto to Paso Robles.

Where can I stay near Paso Robles?

There are 284+ hotels available in Paso Robles.

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There are 3 ways to get from Palo Alto to Paso Robles by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), or car

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best
1. Take the bus from San Jose to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 55m
$55–86
Drive 172.5 mi
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1. Drive from Palo Alto to Paso Roblescar 172.5 mi
3h 1m
$32–46
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Jose to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationtrain Coast Starlight
4h 56m
$55–116

Palo Alto to Paso Robles by train and bus

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Distance: 173.9 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from San Jose to Paso Robles Amtrak Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $50–80 and the journey takes 3h 30m. American Star Tours also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Jose to Paso Robles Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 3h 31m.

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