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

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Santa Clara University is to line 22 bus which costs $3 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Santa Clara University is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $50 - $65.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from El Camino & California and arriving at Santa Clara Transit Center. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

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

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 University?

The distance between Palo Alto and Santa Clara University is 13 miles. The road distance is 14.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Santa Clara University without a car is to Caltrain which takes 24 min and costs $4 - $6.

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

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 University bus from?

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

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

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

Train or bus from Palo Alto to Santa Clara University?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Santa Clara University is to Caltrain which takes 24 min and costs $4 - $6. Alternatively, you can line 22 bus, which costs $3 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Palo Alto to Santa Clara University bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Santa Clara University bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Santa Clara Transit Center station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Santa Clara University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Santa Clara University?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Santa Clara University is 15 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Palo Alto to Santa Clara University.

Where can I stay near Santa Clara University?

There are 441+ hotels available in Santa Clara University.

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There are 6 ways to get from Palo Alto to Santa Clara University 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 / ...
24 min
$4–6
Line 22 bus via El Camino & Churchill
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Churchill to El Camino & Accoltibus 22
1h 14m
$2–5
Line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from El Camino & California to Santa Clara Transit Centerbus Rapid 522 / ...
1h 5m
$3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to Santa Clara Universitytaxi 14.6 mi
20 min
$50–65
Drive 14.6 mi
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Santa Clara Universitycar 14.6 mi
20 min
$3–4
Line 21 bus
1. Take the bus from Middlefield & Embarcadero to Benton & Shermanbus 21
1h 29m
$2–5

Palo Alto to Santa Clara University by train and foot

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Distance: 12.9 mi
Duration: 24 min

What companies run services between Palo Alto, CA, USA and Santa Clara University, 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 Santa Clara Transit Center every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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