What is the cheapest way to get from Pier 39 to Palo Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Pier 39 to Palo Alto is to line 28 bus and bus which costs $4 - $6 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pier 39 to Palo Alto?

The fastest way to get from Pier 39 to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 42 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Pier 39 and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Pier 39 to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Powell St & Beach St and arriving at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 via Daly City BART-Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Pier 39 to Palo Alto?

The distance between Pier 39 and Palo Alto is 35 miles. The road distance is 35.2 miles.

How do I travel from Pier 39 to Palo Alto without a car?

The best way to get from Pier 39 to Palo Alto without a car is to line 30 bus and Caltrain which takes 1h 48m and costs $9 - $12.

How long does it take to get from Pier 39 to Palo Alto?

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Pier 39 to Palo Alto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pier 39 to Palo Alto bus from?

Pier 39 to Palo Alto bus services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, depart from Powell St & Beach St station.

Where does the Pier 39 to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Pier 39 to Palo Alto bus services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, arrive at Daly City BART Parking Lot E station.

Can I drive from Pier 39 to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Pier 39 to Palo Alto is 35 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Pier 39 to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 499+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Pier 39 to Palo Alto - 4 ways to travel via line 30 bus, and Caltrain

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There are 4 ways to get from Pier 39 to Palo Alto by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 30 bus, Caltrain
best
1. Take the bus from Columbus Ave & Francisco St to Townsend St & 4th Stbus 30 / ...
2. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
1h 48m
$9–12
Line 28 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Powell St & Beach St to Daly City BART Parking Lot Ebus 28
2. Take the bus from Daly City BART-Bay 1 to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr
3h 25m
$4–6
Drive 35 mi
1. Drive from Pier 39 to Palo Altocar 35 mi
42 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pier 39 to Palo Altotaxi 35 mi
42 min
$120–160

Pier 39 to Palo Alto by foot, bus, and train

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1h 48mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 35.1 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

What companies run services between Pier 39, CA, USA and Palo Alto, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Pier 39 to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 via Powell St & Beach St and Daly City BART-Bay 1 in around 3h 25m.

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