What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Tamien Station?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Tamien Station is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Tamien Station?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Tamien Station is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $65 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Tamien Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Tamien Station. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Churchill and arriving at Santa Clara & 1st via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Tamien Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Tamien Caltrain Southbound. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Tamien Station?

The distance between Palo Alto and Tamien Station is 17 miles. The road distance is 18.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Tamien Station without a car is to Caltrain which takes 31 min and costs $5 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Tamien Station?

The Caltrain from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound to Tamien Caltrain Southbound takes 31 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Tamien Station bus from?

Palo Alto to Tamien Station bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from El Camino & Churchill station.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Tamien Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Palo Alto to Tamien Station?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Tamien Station is to Caltrain which takes 31 min and costs $5 - $7. Alternatively, you can line 22 bus, which costs $5 - $8 and takes 1h 47m.

Where does the Palo Alto to Tamien Station bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Tamien Station bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Santa Clara & 1st station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Tamien Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Tamien Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Tamien Station is 19 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Palo Alto to Tamien Station.

Where can I stay near Tamien Station?

There are 407+ hotels available in Tamien Station.

Palo Alto to Tamien Station - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, and line 22 bus

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

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Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound to Tamien Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
31 min
$5–7
Drive 18.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Tamien Stationcar 18.4 mi
21 min
$4–5
Line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Churchill to Santa Clara & 1stbus 22
1h 47m
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to Tamien Stationtaxi 18.4 mi
21 min
$65–80

Palo Alto to Tamien Station by train

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Distance: 16.9 mi
Duration: 31 min

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

Caltrain operates a train from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound to Tamien Caltrain Southbound hourly. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, Santa Clara VTA operates a bus from El Camino & Churchill to Santa Clara & 1st every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 1h 24m.

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