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

The cheapest way to get from Truckee to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Truckee to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Truckee and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Truckee to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Donner Pass Rd and Truckee Way and arriving at San Jose Park and Ride via Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Truckee and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Truckee station to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Truckee Amtrak Station and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Southbound via Richmond and Millbrae Caltrain Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

How far is it from Truckee to Palo Alto?

The distance between Truckee and Palo Alto is 247 miles. The road distance is 212.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Truckee to Palo Alto without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 49m and costs $95 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Truckee to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

Truckee to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Tahoe Ski Trips, depart from Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar station.

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

Truckee to Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Truckee Amtrak Station.

Where does the Truckee to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Truckee to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Tahoe Ski Trips, arrive at San Jose Park and Ride station.

Where does the Truckee to Palo Alto train arrive?

Truckee to Palo Alto train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Richmond station.

Can I drive from Truckee to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Truckee to Palo Alto is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Truckee to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 484+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Truckee to Palo Alto - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and BART

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There are 6 ways to get from Truckee to Palo Alto by bus, train, car, plane, or subway

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Truckee to Roseville Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0870
2. Take the train from Roseville Amtrak to Santa Clara Amtraktrain Capitol Corridor
6h 49m
$100–159
Drive 211.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Truckee to Palo Altocar 211.4 mi
3h 53m
$38–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar to San Jose Park and Ridebus Northstar
7h 3m
$100–102
Bus to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Truckee to Reno Amtrakbus
2. Fly from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane RNO - SFO
5h 9m
$391–502
Train, BART
1. Take the train from Truckee Amtrak Station to Richmondtrain California Zephyr
2. Take the subway from Richmond to Millbraesubway Red-S
8h 35m
$123–186
Bus to Sacramento International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Truckee to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SMF - SFO
6h 45m
$447–603

Truckee to Palo Alto by bus and train

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Distance: 245.7 mi
Duration: 6h 49m

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

Tahoe Ski Trips operates a bus from Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar to San Jose Park and Ride on demand. Tickets cost $95 and the journey takes 5h.

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