What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Pleasant Hill?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Pleasant Hill is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Pleasant Hill?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Pleasant Hill is to drive which takes 1h and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Pleasant Hill?

No, there is no direct train from Palo Alto to Pleasant Hill. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa Centre via King St & 4th St and Embarcadero. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Pleasant Hill?

The distance between Palo Alto and Pleasant Hill is 59 miles. The road distance is 45.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Pleasant Hill without a car is to Caltrain and BART which takes 3h 3m and costs $16 - $21.

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Pleasant Hill?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Palo Alto to Pleasant Hill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Pleasant Hill train from?

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

Where does the Palo Alto to Pleasant Hill train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Pleasant Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Pleasant Hill is 45 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Palo Alto to Pleasant Hill.

Where can I stay near Pleasant Hill?

There are 297+ hotels available in Pleasant Hill.

Palo Alto to Pleasant Hill - 5 ways to travel via Caltrain, BART, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Palo Alto to Pleasant Hill 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 Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa Centresubway Yellow-N
3h 3m
$16–21
Drive 44.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Pleasant Hillcar 44.8 mi
1h
$9–12
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 Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa Centresubway Yellow-N
3h 24m
$10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to Pleasant Hilltaxi 44.8 mi
1h
$150–190
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 Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa Centresubway Yellow-N
3h 33m
$12–16

Palo Alto to Pleasant Hill by train, tram, subway, and bus

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Distance: 58.3 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

There is no direct connection from Palo Alto to Pleasant Hill. 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, take the subway to Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa Centre, walk to Pleasant Hill BART, then take the line 316 bus to Gregory Ln and Contra Costa Blvd. Alternatively, you can take a bus from E Bayshore Rd & Donohoe St to Gregory Ln and Contra Costa Blvd via Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37, Embarcadero, Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa Centre, and Pleasant Hill BART in around 3h 24m.

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