What is the cheapest way to get from Sonoma State University to Palo Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Sonoma State University to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $14 - $21 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sonoma State University to Palo Alto?

The fastest way to get from Sonoma State University to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Sonoma State University and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Sonoma State University to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Sonoma State University - NB and arriving at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 via Petaluma, SFO Airport Terminal 3-Lower Level and Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Sonoma State University to Palo Alto?

The distance between Sonoma State University and Palo Alto is 84 miles. The road distance is 79.6 miles.

How do I travel from Sonoma State University to Palo Alto without a car?

The best way to get from Sonoma State University to Palo Alto without a car is to train and line 101 bus and Caltrain which takes 3h 48m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Sonoma State University to Palo Alto?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Sonoma State University to Palo Alto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sonoma State University to Palo Alto bus from?

Sonoma State University to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, depart from Petaluma station.

Where does the Sonoma State University to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Sonoma State University to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, arrive at San Francisco Airport station.

Can I drive from Sonoma State University to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Sonoma State University to Palo Alto is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Sonoma State University to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 457+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Sonoma State University to Palo Alto - 5 ways to travel via train

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There are 5 ways to get from Sonoma State University to Palo Alto by train, bus, car, or ferry

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Train, line 101 bus, Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from SMART Cotati to SMART San Rafaeltrain
2. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Hyde St & Grove Stbus 101
3. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southboundtrain
3h 48m
Drive 79.2 mi
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1. Drive from Sonoma State University to Palo Altocar 79.2 mi
1h 37m
$15–21
Train, bus
1. Take the train from SMART Cotati to SMART Larkspurtrain
2. Take the bus from Larkspur - pickup to San Francisco Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr / ...
4h 40m
Train, ferry, Caltrain
1. Take the train from SMART Cotati to SMART Larkspurtrain
2. Take the ferry from Larkspur Ferry Terminal to Oracle Park Ferry Terminalferry
3. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southboundtrain
4h 25m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Petaluma to San Francisco Airportbus San Francisco Airport
2. Take the bus from Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr / ...
4h 48m
$30–64

Sonoma State University to Palo Alto by foot and bus

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Distance: 83.3 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Sonoma State University, CA, USA and Palo Alto, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Sonoma State University to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 via Sonoma State University - NB, E Washington St & Ellis St, Petaluma, San Francisco Airport, SFO Airport Terminal 3-Lower Level, and Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 in around 4h 48m.

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