How to get from Palo Alto to Millbrae Substation by bus and train?

Palo Alto to Millbrae Substation - Bus Schedule

The 89 bus from Palo Alto to Millbrae Substation runs from 6:52 AM to 6:34 PM, with departures every 30 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 1 hr 2 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Palo Alto to Millbrae Substation by bus and train

To get from Palo Alto to Millbrae Substation you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 89 bus from Page Mill & Hanover (N) station to Page Mill Rd:El Camino Real station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 22 bus and finally take the EXPRESS train from Palo Alto station to Millbrae station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 2 min. The ride fare is $8.75. The bus and train schedule from Palo Alto may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Millbrae Substation on the Moovit app.

62min$8.75
Bus - 8989
Bus - 2222
Train - EXPRESS
EXPRESS
Walk to Millbrae Substation
Leaves from Page Mill & Hanover (N)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Palo Alto
  • 2
    Bus - 8989
    Wait for bus
    89
    California Ave Caltrain Stn
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Page Mill Rd:El Camino Real
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    El Camino & Page Mill (W)
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 2222
    Wait for bus
    22
    Palo Alto
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Palo Alto Transit Center
    ID PS_PATC
    10 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Palo Alto
    ID palo_alto
    80 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Train - EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    EXPRESS
    San Francisco
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Millbrae
    21 min
  • 10
    Walk to Millbrae Substation
    Walk to
    Millbrae Substation
    Hemlock Avenue
    0.87 mi • 18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Palo Alto to Millbrae Substation

The distance between Palo Alto and Millbrae Substation is approximately 19.9 mi, which can typically be travelled in 62 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Palo Alto to Millbrae Substation by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Millbrae – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Palo Alto to Millbrae Substation

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

    The fastest way takes 62 minutes, using Bus line 89, Bus line 22, Train line EXPRESS.

  • Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Millbrae Substation?

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

  • Which bus line goes from Palo Alto to Millbrae Substation?

    The 89 bus line goes from Page Mill Rd:El Camino Real station near Palo Alto in San Francisco - San Jose, CA to El Camino & Page Mill (W) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till El Camino & Page Mill (W) station near Millbrae Substation.

  • How long does it take to travel from Palo Alto to Millbrae Substation by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Palo Alto and Millbrae Substation by bus and train is about 1 hr 2 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Palo Alto to get to Millbrae Substation?

    Get on the 89 bus from the Page Mill Rd:El Camino Real stop near Palo Alto in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Palo Alto and Millbrae Substation?

    Get off the bus at the El Camino & Page Mill (W) station, which is closest to Millbrae Substation.

  • When is the first train from Palo Alto to Millbrae Substation?

    The first train from Palo Alto in San Francisco - San Jose, CA to Millbrae Substation in Millbrae is San Francisco Caltrain Southbound - San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound. It leaves the California Avenue station at 10:07 PM.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Palo Alto to Millbrae Substation?

    The ride from Palo Alto to Millbrae Substation costs $8.75.

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