What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Rohnert Park?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Rohnert Park is to drive which costs $14 - $22 and takes 1h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Rohnert Park?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Rohnert Park is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Rohnert Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Rohnert Park. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 and arriving at Adrian Dr & Adrian Ct via Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1, San Francisco Airport and E Washington St & Kenilworth Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Rohnert Park?

The distance between Palo Alto and Rohnert Park is 80 miles. The road distance is 80.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Rohnert Park without a car is to Caltrain and line 101 bus and train which takes 3h 52m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Rohnert Park?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Palo Alto to Rohnert Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Rohnert Park bus from?

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

Where does the Palo Alto to Rohnert Park bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Rohnert Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Rohnert Park is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Palo Alto to Rohnert Park.

Where can I stay near Rohnert Park?

There are 266+ hotels available in Rohnert Park.

Palo Alto to Rohnert Park - 5 ways to travel via train, and Caltrain

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There are 5 ways to get from Palo Alto to Rohnert Park by train, bus, car, or ferry

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Caltrain, line 101 bus, train
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Take the bus from Van Ness Ave & Clay St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Bbus 101
3. Take the train from SMART San Rafael to SMART Rohnert Parktrain
3h 52m
Drive 80.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Rohnert Parkcar 80.3 mi
1h 35m
$15–22
Caltrain, bus
1. Take the train from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the bus from Perry St & 3rd St to Rohnert Park Expy Bus Padbus 172
3h 57m
$19–25
Caltrain, ferry, train
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Take the ferry from Oracle Park Ferry Terminal to Larkspur Ferry Terminalferry
3. Take the train from SMART Larkspur to SMART Rohnert Parktrain
4h 13m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Millbrae Transit Center- Bay G1bus Ecr / ...
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Petalumabus Sonoma County Airport
5h 42m
$29–64

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Distance: 79.6 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Adrian Dr & Adrian Ct via Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1, SFO Airport Terminal 2-Lower Level, San Francisco Airport, Petaluma, and E Washington St & Kenilworth Dr in around 5h 42m.

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