What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Sonora?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Sonora is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Sonora?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Sonora is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $22 - $35.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Sonora?

The distance between Palo Alto and Sonora is 143 miles. The road distance is 122.3 miles.

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Sonora?

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Palo Alto to Sonora, including transfers.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Sonora?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Sonora is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Palo Alto to Sonora.

Where can I stay near Sonora?

There are 183+ hotels available in Sonora.

Palo Alto to Sonora - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Palo Alto to Sonora by train, car, or bus

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Train, drive
best
1. Take the train from Santa Clara Station to Lathrop/Manteca Stationtrain Ace
2. Drive from Lathrop/Manteca Station to Sonoracar
4h 21m
$27–38
Drive 121.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Sonoracar 121.6 mi
2h 42m
$23–33
Bus, drive (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from San Jose to Stocktonbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Drive from Stockton to Sonoracar
5h 18m
$42–62

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Distance: 142.6 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

There is no direct connection from Palo Alto to Sonora. However, you can take the train to Santa Clara Caltrain Southbound, take the train to Lathrop/Manteca Station, then drive to Sonora. Alternatively, you can take a train from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound to Sonora via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound, San Jose, and Stockton in around 5h 18m.

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