What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Walnut Creek?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Walnut Creek is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 58 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Walnut Creek?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Walnut Creek is to drive which takes 58 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Walnut Creek?

No, there is no direct train from Palo Alto to Walnut Creek. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Walnut Creek via King St & 4th St and Embarcadero. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Walnut Creek?

The distance between Palo Alto and Walnut Creek is 54 miles. The road distance is 42 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Walnut Creek without a car is to Caltrain and BART which takes 1h 54m and costs $14 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Walnut Creek?

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Palo Alto to Walnut Creek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Walnut Creek train from?

Palo Alto to Walnut Creek train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Walnut Creek train arrive?

Palo Alto to Walnut Creek train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Francisco Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Walnut Creek?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Walnut Creek is 42 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Palo Alto to Walnut Creek.

Where can I stay near Walnut Creek?

There are 342+ hotels available in Walnut Creek.

Palo Alto to Walnut Creek - 5 ways to travel via Caltrain, BART, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Palo Alto to Walnut Creek by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Caltrain, BART
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the subway from Embarcadero to Walnut Creeksubway Yellow-N
1h 54m
$14–18
Bus, BART via San Francisco
cheapest
1. Take the bus from E Bayshore Rd & Donohoe St to Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37bus Epx
2. Take the subway from Embarcadero to Walnut Creeksubway Yellow-N
2h 16m
$8–11
Drive 41.7 mi
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Walnut Creekcar 41.7 mi
58 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to Walnut Creektaxi 41.7 mi
58 min
$140–170
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to San Bruno BART-Bay 5bus Ecr
2. Take the subway from San Bruno to Walnut Creeksubway Yellow-N
2h 45m
$10–13

Palo Alto to Walnut Creek by train, tram, and subway

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Distance: 54.1 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

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

There is no direct connection from Palo Alto to Walnut Creek. However, you can take the train to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound, walk to King St & 4th St, take the vehicle to Metro Embarcadero Station, walk to Embarcadero, then take the subway to Walnut Creek. Alternatively, you can take a bus from E Bayshore Rd & Donohoe St to Walnut Creek via Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37 and Embarcadero in around 2h 16m.

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