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

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Sunnyvale is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 13 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Sunnyvale is to Caltrain which takes 11 min and costs $4 - $5.

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Sunnyvale?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from El Camino & California and arriving at El Camino & Mathilda. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Sunnyvale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Sunnyvale Caltrain Southbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Sunnyvale?

The distance between Palo Alto and Sunnyvale is 7 miles. The road distance is 9.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Sunnyvale without a car is to Caltrain which takes 11 min and costs $4 - $5.

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

The Caltrain from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound to Sunnyvale Caltrain Southbound takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Palo Alto to Sunnyvale?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Sunnyvale is to Caltrain which takes 11 min and costs $4 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 22 bus, which costs $2 - $5 and takes 32 min.

Where does the Palo Alto to Sunnyvale bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Sunnyvale bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at El Camino & Mathilda station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Sunnyvale train arrive?

Palo Alto to Sunnyvale train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Sunnyvale Caltrain Southbound station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Sunnyvale?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Sunnyvale is 9 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Palo Alto to Sunnyvale.

Where can I stay near Sunnyvale?

There are 580+ hotels available in Sunnyvale.

Palo Alto to Sunnyvale - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, line 22 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Palo Alto to Sunnyvale by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound to Sunnyvale Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
11 min
$4–5
Line 22 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Camino & California to El Camino & Mathildabus 22
32 min
$2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to Sunnyvaletaxi 9.3 mi
13 min
$35–45
Drive 9.3 mi
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Sunnyvalecar 9.3 mi
13 min
$2–3

Palo Alto to Sunnyvale by train

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Distance: 7 mi
Duration: 11 min

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

Caltrain operates a train from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound to Sunnyvale Caltrain Southbound every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $4–5 and the journey takes 11 min. Alternatively, Santa Clara VTA operates a bus from El Camino & California to El Camino & Mathilda every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 32 min.

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