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

The cheapest way to get from Rocklin to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rocklin to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct train between Rocklin and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Rocklin station to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Rocklin Amtrak Station and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound via Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Rocklin to Palo Alto?

The distance between Rocklin and Palo Alto is 167 miles. The road distance is 133.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rocklin to Palo Alto without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs $50 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Rocklin to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

Rocklin to Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Rocklin Amtrak Station.

Where does the Rocklin to Palo Alto train arrive?

Rocklin to Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Clara Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Rocklin to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Rocklin to Palo Alto is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Rocklin to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 499+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Rocklin to Palo Alto - 3 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and Caltrain

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There are 3 ways to get from Rocklin to Palo Alto by train (Amtrak), car, train, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Rocklin Amtrak Station to Santa Clara Amtraktrain Capitol Corridor
4h 13m
$54–106
Drive 132.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rocklin to Palo Altocar 132.7 mi
2h 31m
$25–35
Train, fly, Caltrain
1. Take the train from Rocklin Amtrak Station to Sacramentotrain
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SMF - SFO
3. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southboundtrain
4h 16m
$473–790

Rocklin to Palo Alto by train (Amtrak)

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4h 13mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 165.5 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Rocklin Amtrak Station to Santa Clara Amtrak once daily. Tickets cost $50–100 and the journey takes 3h 38m.

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