What is the cheapest way to get from Prunedale to Palo Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Prunedale to Palo Alto is to line 59 bus and Caltrain which costs $11 - $16 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Prunedale to Palo Alto?

The fastest way to get from Prunedale to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs $12 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between Prunedale and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Prunedale to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride and arriving at San Jose Diridon via Gilroy Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Prunedale and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Prunedale to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Prunedale to Palo Alto?

The distance between Prunedale and Palo Alto is 66 miles. The road distance is 69.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prunedale to Palo Alto without a car is to line 59 bus and Caltrain which takes 2h 56m and costs $11 - $16.

How long does it take to get from Prunedale to Palo Alto?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Prunedale to Palo Alto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prunedale to Palo Alto bus from?

Prunedale to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Gilroy Transit Center station.

Where do I catch the Prunedale to Palo Alto train from?

Prunedale to Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Train or bus from Prunedale to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from Prunedale to Palo Alto is to bus which takes 3h 1m and costs $18 - $27. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29 - $55 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Prunedale to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Prunedale to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at San Jose Diridon station.

Where does the Prunedale to Palo Alto train arrive?

Prunedale to Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Prunedale to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Prunedale to Palo Alto is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Prunedale to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 499+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Prunedale to Palo Alto - 6 ways to travel via train, line 59 bus, and Caltrain

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There are 6 ways to get from Prunedale to Palo Alto by bus, train, bus (Amtrak), car, shuttle, or train (Amtrak)

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Line 59 bus, Caltrain
best
1. Take the bus from Meridian Spur / Prunedale Park & Ride to Monterey / Gilroy Train Stationbus 59
2. Take the train from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northboundtrain
3. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to California Avenue Caltrain Northboundtrain
2h 56m
$12–15
Bus, line 22 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gilroy Transit Center to 1st & Santa Clarabus 68 / ...
2. Take the bus from Santa Clara & 1st to El Camino & Californiabus Rapid 522 / ...
3h 39m
$7–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gilroy Transit Center to San Jose Diridonbus 68 / ...
3h 1m
$19–26
Drive 69.1 mi
1. Drive from Prunedale to Palo Altocar 69.1 mi
1h 14m
$13–19
Shuttle, line 21 bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Prunedale Park & Ride to SJC Airport Terminal Bshuttle Monterey Airbus
2. Take the bus from Santa Clara Transit Center to Middlefield & Embarcaderobus 21
3h 25m
$48–58
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
3h 34m
$29–55

Prunedale to Palo Alto by bus and train

20Weekly Services

2h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 65.4 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

Santa Clara VTA operates a bus from Gilroy Transit Center to San Jose Diridon every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 1h 44m. Amtrak also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $22–45 and the journey takes 1h 33m.

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