What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Willow Glen?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Willow Glen is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Willow Glen?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Willow Glen is to drive which takes 22 min and costs $3 - $5.

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Willow Glen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hansen & Page Mill and arriving at Fruitdale & Southwest. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Willow Glen?

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 Willow Glen?

The distance between Palo Alto and Willow Glen is 17 miles. The road distance is 18.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Willow Glen 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 Willow Glen?

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 Willow Glen bus from?

Palo Alto to Willow Glen bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Hansen & Page Mill station.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Willow Glen train from?

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

Train or bus from Palo Alto to Willow Glen?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Willow Glen is to Caltrain which takes 31 min and costs $5 - $7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $5 and takes 52 min.

Where does the Palo Alto to Willow Glen bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Willow Glen bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Fruitdale & Southwest station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Willow Glen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Willow Glen?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Willow Glen is 19 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Palo Alto to Willow Glen.

Where can I stay near Willow Glen?

There are 423+ hotels available in Willow Glen.

Palo Alto to Willow Glen - 6 ways to travel via Caltrain, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Palo Alto to Willow Glen by train, bus, car, or taxi

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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
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hansen & Page Mill to Fruitdale & Southwestbus Express 103
52 min
$2–5
Drive 18.8 mi
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Willow Glencar 18.8 mi
22 min
$4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Palo Alto to Willow Glentaxi 18.8 mi
22 min
$65–80
Caltrain, bus
1. Take the train from California Avenue Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the bus from San Jose Diridon to Lincoln & Willowbus 64A
58 min
$7–11
Line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from El Camino & California to Santa Clara & 2ndbus Rapid 522 / ...
2h
$2–5

Palo Alto to Willow Glen by train

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Distance: 16.9 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Palo Alto, CA, USA and Willow Glen, 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 Hansen & Page Mill to Fruitdale & Southwest twice daily. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 52 min.

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