What is the cheapest way to get from Willow Glen to Palo Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Willow Glen to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Willow Glen to Palo Alto?

The fastest way to get from Willow Glen to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 23 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Willow Glen and Palo Alto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Fruitdale & Southwest and arriving at Hansen & Page Mill. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct train between Willow Glen and Palo Alto?

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

How far is it from Willow Glen to Palo Alto?

The distance between Willow Glen and Palo Alto is 17 miles. The road distance is 19.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Willow Glen to Palo Alto without a car is to Caltrain which takes 30 min and costs $5 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Willow Glen to Palo Alto?

The Caltrain from Tamien Caltrain Northbound to California Avenue Caltrain Northbound takes 30 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Willow Glen to Palo Alto bus from?

Willow Glen to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Fruitdale & Southwest station.

Where do I catch the Willow Glen to Palo Alto train from?

Willow Glen to Palo Alto train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Tamien Caltrain Northbound station.

Train or bus from Willow Glen to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from Willow Glen to Palo Alto is to Caltrain which takes 30 min and costs $5 - $7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $2 - $5 and takes 36 min.

Where does the Willow Glen to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Willow Glen to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Hansen & Page Mill station.

Where does the Willow Glen to Palo Alto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Willow Glen to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Willow Glen to Palo Alto is 19 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Willow Glen to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 485+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Willow Glen to Palo Alto - 5 ways to travel via Caltrain, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Willow Glen to Palo Alto by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from Tamien Caltrain Northbound to California Avenue Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
30 min
$5–7
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fruitdale & Southwest to Hansen & Page Millbus Express 103
36 min
$2–5
Drive 19.2 mi
1. Drive from Willow Glen to Palo Altocar 19.2 mi
23 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Willow Glen to Palo Altotaxi 19.2 mi
23 min
$65–80
Line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Clara & 1st to El Camino & Californiabus Rapid 522 / ...
1h 45m
$2–5

Willow Glen to Palo Alto by train

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Distance: 17 mi
Duration: 30 min

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

Caltrain operates a train from Tamien Caltrain Northbound to California Avenue Caltrain Northbound hourly. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, Santa Clara VTA operates a bus from Fruitdale & Southwest to Hansen & Page Mill twice daily. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 36 min.

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