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

The cheapest way to get from Sunnyvale to Palo Alto Station is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunnyvale to Palo Alto Station is to Caltrain which takes 13 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Sunnyvale and Palo Alto Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from El Camino & Mathilda and arriving at Palo Alto Transit Center. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

Is there a direct train between Sunnyvale and Palo Alto Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.

How far is it from Sunnyvale to Palo Alto Station?

The distance between Sunnyvale and Palo Alto Station is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to Palo Alto Station without a car is to Caltrain which takes 13 min and costs $4 - $6.

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

The Caltrain from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Sunnyvale to Palo Alto Station?

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to Palo Alto Station is to Caltrain which takes 13 min and costs $4 - $6. Alternatively, you can line 22 bus, which costs $2 - $5 and takes 40 min.

Where does the Sunnyvale to Palo Alto Station bus arrive?

Sunnyvale to Palo Alto Station bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Palo Alto Transit Center station.

Where does the Sunnyvale to Palo Alto Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sunnyvale to Palo Alto Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunnyvale to Palo Alto Station is 9 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Sunnyvale to Palo Alto Station.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto Station?

There are 464+ hotels available in Palo Alto Station.

Sunnyvale to Palo Alto Station - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, and line 22 bus

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

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Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
13 min
$4–6
Line 22 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Mathilda to Palo Alto Transit Centerbus 22
40 min
$2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sunnyvale to Palo Alto Stationtaxi 9.2 mi
18 min
$30–45
Drive 9.2 mi
1. Drive from Sunnyvale to Palo Alto Stationcar 9.2 mi
18 min
$2–3

Sunnyvale to Palo Alto Station by train

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Distance: 8.7 mi
Duration: 13 min

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

Caltrain operates a train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 13 min. Alternatively, Santa Clara VTA operates a bus from El Camino & Mathilda to Palo Alto Transit Center every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 40 min.

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