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

The cheapest way to get from Stockton to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stockton to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct bus between Stockton and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Stockton to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Stockton and arriving at San Jose via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Stockton and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Stockton station to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound via Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Stockton to Palo Alto?

The distance between Stockton and Palo Alto is 96 miles. The road distance is 74.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stockton to Palo Alto without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs $17 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Stockton to Palo Alto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stockton to Palo Alto bus from?

Stockton to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Stockton station.

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

Stockton to Palo Alto train services, operated by Altamont Corridor Express, depart from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station.

Train or bus from Stockton to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from Stockton to Palo Alto is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs $17 - $24. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $50 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Stockton to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Stockton to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Where does the Stockton to Palo Alto train arrive?

Stockton to Palo Alto train services, operated by Altamont Corridor Express, arrive at Santa Clara Station.

Can I drive from Stockton to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Stockton to Palo Alto is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Stockton to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 499+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Stockton to Palo Alto - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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best
1. Take the train from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station to Santa Clara Stationtrain Ace
2h 35m
$18–23
Drive 73.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stockton to Palo Altocar 73.9 mi
1h 33m
$14–20
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Stockton to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2h 46m
$33–46

Stockton to Palo Alto by train

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Distance: 95.1 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Stockton, San Joaquin County, CA, USA and Palo Alto, CA, USA?

Altamont Corridor Express operates a train from Stockton - Robert J Cabral Station to Santa Clara Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $13–18 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Stockton to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $27–40 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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