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

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Stockton is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Stockton is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Stockton?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Stockton. However, there are services departing from San Jose and arriving at Stockton via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Stockton?

No, there is no direct train from Palo Alto to Stockton station. However, there are services departing from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station via Santa Clara Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Stockton?

The distance between Palo Alto and Stockton is 96 miles. The road distance is 74 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Stockton without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs $17 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Palo Alto to Stockton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Stockton bus from?

Palo Alto to Stockton bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Stockton train from?

Palo Alto to Stockton train services, operated by Altamont Corridor Express, depart from Santa Clara Station.

Train or bus from Palo Alto to Stockton?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Stockton is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs $17 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $50 and takes 4h.

Where does the Palo Alto to Stockton bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Stockton bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Stockton station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Stockton train arrive?

Palo Alto to Stockton train services, operated by Altamont Corridor Express, arrive at Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Stockton?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Stockton is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Palo Alto to Stockton.

Where can I stay near Stockton?

There are 91+ hotels available in Stockton.

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There are 3 ways to get from Palo Alto to Stockton by train, bus (Amtrak), or car

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best
1. Take the train from Santa Clara Station to Stockton - Robert J Cabral Stationtrain Ace
3h 26m
$18–24
Drive 73.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Stocktoncar 73.5 mi
1h 33m
$14–20
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from San Jose to Stocktonbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h
$32–46

Palo Alto to Stockton by train

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Distance: 95.1 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Palo Alto, CA, USA and Stockton, San Joaquin County, CA, USA?

Altamont Corridor Express operates a train from Santa Clara Station to Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $13–18 and the journey takes 2h 7m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from San Jose to Stockton twice daily. Tickets cost $27–40 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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