What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Santa Clara?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Santa Clara is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Santa Clara?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Santa Clara is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $45 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Santa Clara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from El Camino & California and arriving at El Camino & Scott. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Santa Clara?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Santa Clara Caltrain Southbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Santa Clara?

The distance between Palo Alto and Santa Clara is 13 miles. The road distance is 13.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Santa Clara without a car is to Caltrain which takes 19 min and costs $4 - $6.

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Santa Clara?

The Caltrain from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound to Santa Clara Caltrain Southbound takes 19 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Santa Clara bus from?

Palo Alto to Santa Clara bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from El Camino & California station.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Santa Clara train from?

Palo Alto to Santa Clara train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound station.

Train or bus from Palo Alto to Santa Clara?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Santa Clara is to Caltrain which takes 19 min and costs $4 - $6. Alternatively, you can line 22 bus, which costs $2 - $5 and takes 54 min.

Where does the Palo Alto to Santa Clara bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Santa Clara bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at El Camino & Scott station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Santa Clara train arrive?

Palo Alto to Santa Clara train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Santa Clara Caltrain Southbound station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Santa Clara?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Santa Clara is 14 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Palo Alto to Santa Clara.

Where can I stay near Santa Clara?

There are 498+ hotels available in Santa Clara.

Palo Alto to Santa Clara - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, line 22 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Palo Alto to Santa Clara by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound to Santa Clara Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
19 min
$4–6
Line 22 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Camino & California to El Camino & Scottbus Rapid 522 / ...
54 min
$2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to Santa Clarataxi 13.7 mi
18 min
$45–60
Drive 13.7 mi
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Santa Claracar 13.7 mi
18 min
$3–4

Palo Alto to Santa Clara by train

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Distance: 12.6 mi
Duration: 19 min

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

Caltrain operates a train from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound to Santa Clara Caltrain Southbound every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 19 min. Alternatively, Santa Clara VTA operates a bus from El Camino & California to El Camino & Scott every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 54 min.

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