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How to get fromPalo Alto to San Pabloby train, subway, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Palo Alto to San Pablo by train, subway, car, or taxi

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  1. Caltrain, BART

    best
    1. Take the train from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain train Local Weekday / ...
    2. Take the subway from Millbrae to Richmondsubway subway Red-N
    2h 6m
    $29–37

  2. Drive 46.1 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Palo Alto to San Pablocar car 46.1 mi
    56 min
    $9–13

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to San Pablotaxi taxi 46.1 mi
    56 min
    $150–190

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 57.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 6m

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

There is no direct connection from Palo Alto to San Pablo. However, you can take the train to Millbrae Caltrain Northbound, walk to Millbrae, take the subway to Richmond, then take the taxi to San Pablo. Alternatively, you can drive from Palo Alto to San Pablo in around 56 min.

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