How to get from Palo Alto to Golden Gate Bridge by bus and train?

Palo Alto to Golden Gate Bridge - Train Schedule

The LOCAL WEEKDAY train from Palo Alto to Golden Gate Bridge departs once a day at 8:22 AM. The trip takes about 2 hr 30 min.

From Palo Alto to Golden Gate Bridge by bus and train

To get from Palo Alto to Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the LOCAL WEEKDAY train from California Avenue station to San Francisco station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 30 bus and finally take the 120 bus from Mission St & 3rd St station to Hwy 101 & Alexander Ave station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 30 min. The ride fare is $14.50. The bus and train schedule from Palo Alto may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Golden Gate Bridge on the Moovit app.

150min$14.50
Walk to train stationTrain - LOCAL WEEKDAY
LOCAL WEEKDAY
Bus - 3030
Bus - 120120
Walk to Golden Gate Bridge
Leaves from California Avenue

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    California Avenue
    ID california_ave
    0.95 mi • 20 min
  • 2
    Train - LOCAL WEEKDAY
    Wait for train
    LOCAL WEEKDAY
    San Francisco
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    San Francisco
    54 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Townsend St & Lusk St/Caltrain
    ID 18109
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 3030
    Wait for bus
    30
    The Presidio
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    3rd St & Mission St / Moscone Center
    ID 13136
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mission St & 3rd St
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 120120
    Wait for bus
    120
    Strawberry
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hwy 101 & Alexander Ave
    ID 41000
    36 min
  • 10
    Walk to Golden Gate Bridge
    Walk to
    Golden Gate Bridge
    Golden Gate Bridge, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA
    0.92 mi • 19 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Palo Alto to Golden Gate Bridge

The distance between Palo Alto, San Francisco and Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco is approximately 42.53 mi, which can typically be travelled in 150 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Palo Alto to Golden Gate Bridge by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Francisco – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Palo Alto to Golden Gate Bridge

To check the bus and train schedule from Palo Alto to Golden Gate Bridge using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Palo Alto) and destination (Golden Gate Bridge), 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 Palo Alto to Golden Gate Bridge?

    The fastest way takes 150 minutes, using Train line LOCAL WEEKDAY, Bus line 30, Bus line 120.

  • Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Golden Gate Bridge?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 30 min.

  • Which train line goes from Palo Alto to Golden Gate Bridge?

    The LOCAL WEEKDAY train line goes from California Avenue station near Palo Alto in San Francisco - San Jose, CA to San Francisco station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till San Francisco station near Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.

  • How long does it take to travel from Palo Alto to Golden Gate Bridge by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Palo Alto in San Francisco - San Jose, CA and Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco by train and bus is about 2 hr 30 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Palo Alto to get to Golden Gate Bridge?

    Get on the LOCAL WEEKDAY train from the California Avenue station near Palo Alto in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Palo Alto and Golden Gate Bridge?

    Get off the train at the San Francisco stop, which is closest to Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.

  • How much is the train fare from Palo Alto to Golden Gate Bridge?

    The ride from Palo Alto to Golden Gate Bridge costs $14.50.

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