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

The cheapest way to get from Watsonville to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $10 - $15 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watsonville to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs $10 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Watsonville and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Watsonville to Palo Alto station. However, there are services departing from Lincoln & E Lake and arriving at Diridon Station via Front. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Watsonville to Palo Alto?

The distance between Watsonville and Palo Alto is 66 miles. The road distance is 56.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watsonville to Palo Alto without a car is to line 1 bus and bus which takes 2h 49m and costs $17 - $29.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Watsonville to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

Watsonville to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Lincoln & E Lake station.

Where does the Watsonville to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Watsonville to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Soquel Ave & Front station.

Can I drive from Watsonville to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Watsonville to Palo Alto is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Watsonville to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 500+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Watsonville to Palo Alto - 3 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Watsonville to Palo Alto by bus (Amtrak), bus, train, or car

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Line 1 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lincoln & E Lake to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 1
2. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus 17
2h 49m
$17–29
Drive 56.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watsonville to Palo Altocar 56.2 mi
1h 9m
$11–15
Line 28 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Porter / San Juan to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1bus 28 / ...
2. Take the train from Salinas to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
4h 1m
$30–55

Watsonville to Palo Alto by bus and train

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2h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 65.2 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Lincoln & E Lake to California Avenue Caltrain Northbound via Soquel Ave & Front, Front, Diridon Station, and San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound in around 2h 49m.

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