What is the cheapest way to get from Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto?

The fastest way to get from Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto is to fly and Caltrain which takes 2h 12m and costs $450 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Redding Airport (RDD) and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Redding Regional Airport and arriving at University Ave & Lincoln Ave via Redding Bus Station, Sacramento Bus Station and Mission St & 1st St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Redding Airport (RDD) and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Redding Amtrak and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 24m.

How far is it from Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto?

The distance between Redding Airport (RDD) and Palo Alto is 222 miles. The road distance is 239.6 miles.

How do I travel from Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto without a car?

The best way to get from Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto without a car is to train which takes 10h 24m and costs $180 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto?

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto bus from?

Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Redding Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto train from?

Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Redding Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto is to train which takes 10h 24m and costs $180 - $280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $95 and takes 11h 37m.

Where does the Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto train arrive?

Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto is 240 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 485+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Can I share a ride from Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Redding Airport (RDD) and Palo Alto. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto - 6 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Alto by plane, train, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), rideshare, or car

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Fly, Caltrain
best
1. Fly from Redding Municipal Airport (RDD) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane RDD - SFO
2. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southboundtrain
2h 12m
$459–898
Drive 238.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Redding Airport (RDD) to Palo Altocar 238.2 mi
4h 19m
$44–63
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Redding Amtrak to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
10h 24m
$185–280
Bus
1. Take the bus from Redding Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Francisco Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Mission St & 1st St to University Ave & Lincoln Avebus 397
11h 37m
$65–95
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Redding Municipal Airport (RDD) to Palo Altorideshare 238.2 mi
4h 19m
Train via Sacramento (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Redding Amtrak to Sacramentotrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Santa Clara Amtraktrain Capitol Corridor
10h 26m
$179–289

Redding Municipal Airport (RDD) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) flights

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Distance: 220.3 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Redding Airport (RDD), USA and Palo Alto, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Redding Amtrak to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $160–250 and the journey takes 7h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Redding-Airport-RDD to University Ave & Lincoln Ave via Redding Regional Airport, Downtown Passenger Terminal Gate 5, Redding Bus Station, Sacramento Bus Station, and Mission St & 1st St in around 11h 37m.

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