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How to get fromPalo Alto to Stinson Beachby train, taxi, or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Palo Alto to Stinson Beach by train, taxi, or car

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  1. Caltrain, taxi

    best
    1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain train Local Weekday / ...
    2. Take the taxi from San Francisco Caltrain Northbound to Stinson Beachtaxi taxi
    1h 31m
    $97–119

  2. Drive 55.2 mi

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    1. Drive from Palo Alto to Stinson Beachcar car 55.2 mi
    1h 15m
    $11–15

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  • Distance: 54.4 mi
  • Duration: 1h 31m

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

There is no direct connection from Palo Alto to Stinson Beach. However, you can take the train to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound then take the taxi to Stinson Beach. Alternatively, you can drive from Palo Alto to Stinson Beach in around 1h 15m.

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