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How to get fromPalo Alto to Scotts Valleyby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Palo Alto to Scotts Valley by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Caltrain, line 17 bus

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    1. Take the train from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain train Local Weekday / ...
    2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Scotts Valley Dr & Civic Center Drbus bus 17
    1h 55m
    $7–13

  2. Drive 35.9 mi

    1. Drive from Palo Alto to Scotts Valleycar car 35.9 mi
    43 min
    $7–10

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to Scotts Valleytaxi taxi 35.9 mi
    43 min
    $120–150

Palo Alto to Scotts Valley by train and bus

Calendar102Weekly Services
Duration1h 55mAverage Duration
Ticket$7Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 40 mi
  • Duration: 1h 55m

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

There is no direct connection from Palo Alto to Scotts Valley. However, you can take the train to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound, walk to Diridon Station, then take the line 17 bus to Scotts Valley Dr & Civic Center Dr. Alternatively, you can drive from Palo Alto to Scotts Valley in around 43 min.

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