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

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Rocklin is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Rocklin is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Rocklin?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Rocklin. However, there are services departing from E Bayshore Rd & Donohoe St and arriving at Galleria Cir & West Dr via San Francisco Bus Station and Vernon St & Grant St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Rocklin?

No, there is no direct train from Palo Alto to Rocklin station. However, there are services departing from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Rocklin Amtrak Station via Santa Clara Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Rocklin?

The distance between Palo Alto and Rocklin is 166 miles. The road distance is 133.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Rocklin without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs $55 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Palo Alto to Rocklin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Rocklin bus from?

Palo Alto to Rocklin bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from E Bayshore Rd & Donohoe St station.

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

Palo Alto to Rocklin train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Clara Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Palo Alto to Rocklin?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Rocklin is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs $55 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $60 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Palo Alto to Rocklin bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Rocklin bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37 station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Rocklin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Rocklin?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Rocklin is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Palo Alto to Rocklin.

Where can I stay near Rocklin?

There are 154+ hotels available in Rocklin.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Rocklin Amtrak Stationtrain Capitol Corridor
4h 58m
$55–106
Drive 132.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Rocklincar 132.9 mi
2h 32m
$25–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from E Bayshore Rd & Donohoe St to Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37bus Epx
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Bus Station to Roseville Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0870
6h 58m
$39–59

Palo Alto to Rocklin by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 165.4 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Rocklin Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $50–100 and the journey takes 3h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from E Bayshore Rd & Donohoe St to Galleria Cir & West Dr via Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37, San Francisco Bus Station, Roseville Bus Stop, and Vernon St & Grant St in around 6h 58m.

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