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How to get from McLaughlin & Capitol (S) to Palo Alto, California by bus and train?

From McLaughlin & Capitol (S) to Palo Alto, California by bus and train

To get from McLaughlin & Capitol (S) to Palo Alto, California you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 42 bus from Capitol & McLaughlin (W) station to Senter & Monterey (W) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 568 bus and finally take the LOCAL WEEKDAY train from San Jose Diridon station to California Avenue station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The ride fare is $8.75. The bus and train schedule from McLaughlin & Capitol (S) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Palo Alto, California on the Moovit app.

81min$8.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4242
Bus - 568568
Train - LOCAL WEEKDAY
LOCAL WEEKDAY
Walk to Palo Alto, California
Leaves from Capitol & McLaughlin (W)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Capitol & McLaughlin (W)
    ID 63582
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4242
    Wait for bus
    42
    Santa Teresa Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Senter & Monterey (W)
    ID 63591
    10 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Monterey & Senter (N)
    ID 61716
    170 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 568568
    Wait for bus
    568
    Rapid SJ Diridon
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    San Jose Diridon Station
    ID PS_DRDN
    30 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    San Jose Diridon
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - LOCAL WEEKDAY
    Wait for train
    LOCAL WEEKDAY
    San Francisco
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    California Avenue
    ID california_ave
    24 min
  • 10
    Walk to Palo Alto, California
    Walk to
    Palo Alto, California
    350 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from McLaughlin & Capitol (S) to Palo Alto, California

The distance between McLaughlin & Capitol (S) and Palo Alto, California is approximately 23.51 mi, which can typically be travelled in 81 min. Moovit will show you the directions from McLaughlin & Capitol (S) to Palo Alto, California by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Palo Alto – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from McLaughlin & Capitol (S) to Palo Alto, California

To check the bus and train schedule from McLaughlin & Capitol (S) to Palo Alto, California using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (McLaughlin & Capitol (S)) and destination (Palo Alto, California), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from McLaughlin & Capitol (S) to Palo Alto, California?

    The fastest way takes 81 minutes, using Bus line 42, Bus line 568, Train line LOCAL WEEKDAY.

  • Is there a direct bus between McLaughlin & Capitol (S) and Palo Alto, California?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 21 min.

  • Which bus line goes from McLaughlin & Capitol (S) to Palo Alto, California?

    The 42 bus line goes from Capitol & McLaughlin (W) station near McLaughlin & Capitol (S) in San Jose to Senter & Monterey (W) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Senter & Monterey (W) station near Palo Alto, California.

  • How long does it take to travel from McLaughlin & Capitol (S) to Palo Alto, California by bus and train?

    The total travel time between McLaughlin & Capitol (S) and Palo Alto, California by bus and train is about 1 hr 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near McLaughlin & Capitol (S) to get to Palo Alto, California?

    Get on the 42 bus from the Capitol & McLaughlin (W) stop near McLaughlin & Capitol (S) in San Jose.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between McLaughlin & Capitol (S) and Palo Alto, California?

    Get off the bus at the Senter & Monterey (W) station, which is closest to Palo Alto, California.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from McLaughlin & Capitol (S) to Palo Alto, California?

    The ride from McLaughlin & Capitol (S) to Palo Alto, California costs $8.75.

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