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How to get fromSanta Cruz to Palo Altoby bus, train, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Cruz to Palo Alto by bus, train, car, or taxi

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  1. Bus, Caltrain

    best
    1. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus bus 17
    2. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to California Avenue Caltrain Northboundtrain train Local Weekday / ...
    1h 30m
    $15–21

  2. Drive 41.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Santa Cruz to Palo Altocar car 41.3 mi
    54 min
    $8–11

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Santa Cruz to Palo Altotaxi taxi 41.3 mi
    54 min
    $140–170

Santa Cruz to Palo Alto by bus and train

Calendar291Weekly Services
Duration1h 30mAverage Duration
Ticket$15Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 45.4 mi
  • Duration: 1h 30m

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

There is no direct connection from Santa Cruz to Palo Alto. However, you can take the bus to Diridon Station, walk to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound, then take the train to California Avenue Caltrain Northbound. Alternatively, you can drive from Santa Cruz to Palo Alto in around 54 min.

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