What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Clara to Palo Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Clara to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Clara to Palo Alto?

The fastest way to get from Santa Clara to Palo Alto is to Caltrain which takes 18 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Clara and Palo Alto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from El Camino & Scott and arriving at El Camino & California. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Santa Clara and Palo Alto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

How far is it from Santa Clara to Palo Alto?

The distance between Santa Clara and Palo Alto is 13 miles. The road distance is 14.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Clara to Palo Alto without a car is to Caltrain which takes 18 min and costs $4 - $6.

How long does it take to get from Santa Clara to Palo Alto?

The Caltrain from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound to California Avenue Caltrain Northbound takes 18 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Santa Clara to Palo Alto bus from?

Santa Clara to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from El Camino & Scott station.

Where do I catch the Santa Clara to Palo Alto train from?

Santa Clara to Palo Alto train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound station.

Train or bus from Santa Clara to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from Santa Clara to Palo Alto is to Caltrain which takes 18 min and costs $4 - $6. Alternatively, you can line 22 bus, which costs $2 - $5 and takes 56 min.

Where does the Santa Clara to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Santa Clara to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at El Camino & California station.

Where does the Santa Clara to Palo Alto train arrive?

Santa Clara to Palo Alto train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Santa Clara to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Clara to Palo Alto is 14 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Santa Clara to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 457+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Santa Clara to Palo Alto - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, line 22 bus, and taxi

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

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Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound to California Avenue Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
18 min
$4–6
Line 22 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Scott to El Camino & Californiabus Rapid 522 / ...
56 min
$2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Santa Clara to Palo Altotaxi 14.2 mi
19 min
$50–65
Drive 14.2 mi
1. Drive from Santa Clara to Palo Altocar 14.2 mi
19 min
$3–4

Santa Clara to Palo Alto by train

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Distance: 12.7 mi
Duration: 18 min

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

Caltrain operates a train from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound to California Avenue Caltrain Northbound every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, Santa Clara VTA operates a bus from El Camino & Scott to El Camino & California every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 56 min.

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