What is the cheapest way to get from Point Richmond to Palo Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Point Richmond to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Point Richmond to Palo Alto?

The fastest way to get from Point Richmond to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 57 min and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct train between Point Richmond and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Point Richmond to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from El Cerrito Del Norte and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Southbound via Millbrae Caltrain Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Point Richmond to Palo Alto?

The distance between Point Richmond and Palo Alto is 58 miles. The road distance is 46.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Point Richmond to Palo Alto without a car is to BART and Caltrain which takes 2h 33m and costs $21 - $30.

How long does it take to get from Point Richmond to Palo Alto?

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Point Richmond to Palo Alto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Point Richmond to Palo Alto bus from?

Point Richmond to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Marin Airporter, depart from Mill Valley P&R - pickup station.

Where do I catch the Point Richmond to Palo Alto train from?

Point Richmond to Palo Alto train services, operated by BART, depart from El Cerrito Del Norte station.

Where does the Point Richmond to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Point Richmond to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Marin Airporter, arrive at San Francisco Airport station.

Where does the Point Richmond to Palo Alto train arrive?

Point Richmond to Palo Alto train services, operated by BART, arrive at Millbrae station.

Can I drive from Point Richmond to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Point Richmond to Palo Alto is 46 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Point Richmond to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 486+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Point Richmond to Palo Alto - 5 ways to travel via BART, Caltrain, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Point Richmond and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Point Richmond to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Tewksbury Ave & Castro St and arriving at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 via San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A, Mill Valley P&R - pickup, SFO Airport Terminal G-Lower Level and Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

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

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BART, Caltrain
best
1. Take the subway from El Cerrito Del Norte to Millbraesubway Red-S
2. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2h 33m
$22–30
Drive 46 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Point Richmond to Palo Altocar 46 mi
57 min
$9–13
BART, bus
1. Take the subway from El Cerrito Del Norte to Millbraesubway Red-S
2. Take the bus from Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr / ...
3h 15m
$20–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Point Richmond to Palo Altotaxi 46 mi
57 min
$150–190
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mill Valley P&R - pickup to San Francisco Airportbus To SFO
2. Take the bus from Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr / ...
3h 56m
$45–52

Point Richmond to Palo Alto by bus, subway, and train

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Distance: 57.7 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Tewksbury Ave & Castro St to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 via San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B, San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A, Mill Valley P&R - pickup, San Francisco Airport, SFO Airport Terminal G-Lower Level, and Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 in around 3h 56m.

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