How to get from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach by bus and train?

From Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach by bus and train

To get from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the M1 SHUTTLE bus from Nordstrom / Crate & Barrel station to Palo Alto Caltrain (Lytton & Alma) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the EXPRESS train and finally take the 8BX bus from Bryant St & 4th St station to Powell St & Bay St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The ride fare is $10.75. The bus and train schedule from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to North Beach on the Moovit app.

87min$10.75

M1 SHUTTLE

EXPRESS

8BX

Leaves from Nordstrom / Crate & Barrel

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
Nordstrom / Crate & Barrel
230 yd • 3 min
2
M1 SHUTTLE
Wait for bus
M1 SHUTTLE
Belle Haven Community Campus
3
Ride to bus station
Palo Alto Caltrain (Lytton & Alma)
12 min
4
Walk to train station
Palo Alto
ID palo_alto
50 yd • 1 min
5

Wait for train
EXPRESS
San Francisco
6
Ride to train station
San Francisco
39 min
7
Walk to bus station
Bryant St & 4th St
ID 13723
440 yd • 6 min
8
8BX
Wait for bus
8BX
Fisherman`S Wharf
9
Ride to bus station
Powell St & Bay St
ID 16045
14 min
10
Walk to
North Beach
30 yd • 1 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach by bus and train via 21, EXPRESS and 8BX

To get from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 21 bus from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) station to Palo Alto Transit Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the EXPRESS train and finally take the 8BX bus from Bryant St & 4th St station to Powell St & Bay St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 35 min. The ride fare is $13.25. The bus and train schedule from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to North Beach on the Moovit app.

95min$13.25

EXPRESS

8BX

Leaves from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W)

Step by Step

1
Start from bus station
Arboretum & Sand Hill (W)
2
21
Wait for bus
21
Santa Clara Transit Ctr
3
Ride to bus station
Palo Alto Transit Center
ID PS_PATC
6 min
4
Walk to train station
Palo Alto
ID palo_alto
180 yd • 3 min
5

Wait for train
EXPRESS
San Francisco
6
Ride to train station
San Francisco
39 min
7
Walk to bus station
Bryant St & 4th St
ID 13723
440 yd • 6 min
8
8BX
Wait for bus
8BX
Fisherman`S Wharf
9
Ride to bus station
Powell St & Bay St
ID 16045
14 min
10
Walk to
North Beach
30 yd • 1 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach

The distance between Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) and North Beach is approximately 34.15 mi, which can typically be travelled in 87 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North Beach – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach

To check the bus and train schedule from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Arboretum & Sand Hill (W)) and destination (North Beach), 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.

Alternative route from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach by bus and train via 21, EXPRESS and 8BX

95min$13.25

EXPRESS

8BX

Leaves from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W)

Step by Step

1
Start from bus station
Arboretum & Sand Hill (W)
2
21
Wait for bus
21
Santa Clara Transit Ctr
3
Ride to bus station
Palo Alto Transit Center
ID PS_PATC
6 min
4
Walk to train station
Palo Alto
ID palo_alto
180 yd • 3 min
5

Wait for train
EXPRESS
San Francisco
6
Ride to train station
San Francisco
39 min
7
Walk to bus station
Bryant St & 4th St
ID 13723
440 yd • 6 min
8
8BX
Wait for bus
8BX
Fisherman`S Wharf
9
Ride to bus station
Powell St & Bay St
ID 16045
14 min
10
Walk to
North Beach
30 yd • 1 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach?
The fastest way takes 87 minutes, using Bus line M1 SHUTTLE, Train line EXPRESS, Bus line 8BX.
What is the alternative route to get from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach?
The alternative route takes 95 minutes, using Bus line 21, Train line EXPRESS, Bus line 8BX.
Is there a direct bus between Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) and North Beach?
No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 27 min.
Which bus line goes from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach?
The M1 SHUTTLE bus line goes from Nordstrom / Crate & Barrel station near Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) in Palo Alto to Belle Haven Community Campus station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Belle Haven Community Campus station near North Beach.
How long does it take to travel from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach by bus and train?
The total travel time between Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) and North Beach by bus and train is about 1 hr 27 min.
Where do I get on the bus near Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to get to North Beach?
Get on the M1 SHUTTLE bus from the Nordstrom / Crate & Barrel stop near Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) in Palo Alto.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) and North Beach?
Get off the bus at the Belle Haven Community Campus stop, which is closest to North Beach.
When is the first train from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach?
The first train from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) in Palo Alto to North Beach in North Beach is San Francisco Caltrain Southbound - San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound. It leaves the Palo Alto station at 10:10 PM.
How much is the total bus and train fare from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach?
The ride from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach costs $10.75.

Last updated on March 14, 2026

How to get from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach by bus and train?

From Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach by bus and train

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Alternative route from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach by bus and train via 21, EXPRESS and 8BX

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Public transit directions from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach

Bus And Train schedule from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach

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Alternative route from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach by bus and train via 21, EXPRESS and 8BX

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What is the fastest way to get from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach?

What is the alternative route to get from Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) to North Beach?

Is there a direct bus between Arboretum & Sand Hill (W) and North Beach?

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