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

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Pittsburg is to drive which costs $10 - $15 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Pittsburg is to drive which takes 1h 18m and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Pittsburg?

No, there is no direct train from Palo Alto to Pittsburg. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Pittsburg Center via King St & 4th St and Embarcadero. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Pittsburg?

The distance between Palo Alto and Pittsburg is 71 miles. The road distance is 56.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Pittsburg without a car is to Caltrain and BART which takes 2h 29m and costs $16 - $21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Palo Alto to Pittsburg, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Palo Alto to Pittsburg train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Pittsburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Pittsburg is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 18m to drive from Palo Alto to Pittsburg.

Where can I stay near Pittsburg?

There are 99+ hotels available in Pittsburg.

Palo Alto to Pittsburg - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, BART, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Palo Alto to Pittsburg by train, subway, bus, or car

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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 Pittsburg Centersubway Yellow-N
2h 29m
$16–21
Drive 55.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Pittsburgcar 55.9 mi
1h 18m
$11–15
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 Pittsburg Centersubway Yellow-N
3h 19m
$12–16
Bus, BART via San Francisco
1. Take the bus from E Bayshore Rd & Donohoe St to Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37bus Epx
2. Take the subway from Embarcadero to Pittsburg / Bay Pointsubway Yellow-N
3h 36m
$11–16

Palo Alto to Pittsburg by train, tram, and subway

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2h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 70.2 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

There is no direct connection from Palo Alto to Pittsburg. 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 Pittsburg Center. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Pittsburg Center via San Bruno BART-Bay 5 and San Bruno in around 3h 19m.

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