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

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Potrero Hill is to bus which costs $3 - $5 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Potrero Hill is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Potrero Hill?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from University Ave & Woodland Ave and arriving at Potrero Ave & 21st St. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound and arriving at 22nd Street Caltrain Northbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Potrero Hill?

The distance between Palo Alto and Potrero Hill is 29 miles. The road distance is 30.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Potrero Hill without a car is to Caltrain which takes 45 min and costs $7 - $9.

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

The Caltrain from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to 22nd Street Caltrain Northbound takes 45 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Potrero Hill bus from?

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

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

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

Train or bus from Palo Alto to Potrero Hill?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Potrero Hill is to Caltrain which takes 45 min and costs $7 - $9. Alternatively, you can bus via Millbrae Transit Center- Bay G1, which costs $6 - $10 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Palo Alto to Potrero Hill bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Potrero Hill bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Millbrae Transit Center- Bay G1 station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Potrero Hill train arrive?

Palo Alto to Potrero Hill train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at 22nd Street Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Potrero Hill?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Potrero Hill is 31 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Palo Alto to Potrero Hill.

Where can I stay near Potrero Hill?

There are 831+ hotels available in Potrero Hill.

Palo Alto to Potrero Hill - 5 ways to travel via Caltrain, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to 22nd Street Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
45 min
$7–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from University Ave & Woodland Ave to Potrero Ave & 21st Stbus 397
2h 5m
$3–5
Bus via Millbrae Transit Center- Bay G1
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Millbrae Transit Center- Bay G1bus Ecr / ...
1h 50m
$6–9
Drive 30.7 mi
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Potrero Hillcar 30.7 mi
37 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to Potrero Hilltaxi 30.7 mi
37 min
$110–140

Palo Alto to Potrero Hill by train

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Distance: 28.5 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

Caltrain operates a train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to 22nd Street Caltrain Northbound every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–9 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, SamTrans operates a bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Millbrae Transit Center- Bay G1 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost $2–4 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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