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

The cheapest way to get from Sunnyvale to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunnyvale to Palo Alto is to Caltrain which takes 10 min and costs $4 - $5.

Is there a direct bus between Sunnyvale and Palo Alto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from El Camino & Mathilda and arriving at El Camino & Park. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Sunnyvale and Palo Alto?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Northbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10 min.

How far is it from Sunnyvale to Palo Alto?

The distance between Sunnyvale and Palo Alto is 7 miles. The road distance is 9.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to Palo Alto without a car is to Caltrain which takes 10 min and costs $4 - $5.

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

The Caltrain from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to California Avenue Caltrain Northbound takes 10 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Sunnyvale to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to Palo Alto is to Caltrain which takes 10 min and costs $4 - $5. Alternatively, you can line 22 bus, which costs $2 - $5 and takes 34 min.

Where does the Sunnyvale to Palo Alto bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sunnyvale to Palo Alto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sunnyvale to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunnyvale to Palo Alto is 10 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Sunnyvale to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 499+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Sunnyvale 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 Sunnyvale to Palo Alto by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to California Avenue Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
10 min
$4–5
Line 22 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Mathilda to El Camino & Parkbus 22
34 min
$2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sunnyvale to Palo Altotaxi 9.6 mi
14 min
$35–45
Drive 9.6 mi
1. Drive from Sunnyvale to Palo Altocar 9.6 mi
14 min
$2–3

Sunnyvale to Palo Alto by train

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Distance: 7.1 mi
Duration: 10 min

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

Caltrain operates a train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to California Avenue Caltrain Northbound every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $4–5 and the journey takes 10 min. Alternatively, Santa Clara VTA operates a bus from El Camino & Mathilda to El Camino & Park every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 34 min.

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