Getting around East Palo Alto, CA
Planning to travel in East Palo Alto? Whether you’re a visitor or a resident, let this guide help you make the most of your East Palo Alto experience. Travel from San Francisco International Airport to popular hotels like Hyatt Centric Mountain View using Uber and discover popular routes and destinations.
Popular destinations in East Palo Alto
Uber makes East Palo Alto travel easy. While riders can use Uber to request a ride to pretty much anywhere, some destinations are more popular than others. Uber riders getting around East Palo Alto request rides to Palo Alto Caltrain Station more than any other spot.
Here, you can explore popular routes requested by riders near you—with dropoff locations and average route prices.
Destination | Average price with UberX* |
|---|---|
Palo Alto Caltrain Station | $13 |
Meta MPK 21.6 | $15 |
Palo Alto Station | $13 |
Nordstrom | $16 |
Stanford Shopping Center | $15 |
Reserve a ride in East Palo Alto with Uber
Arrange your car service needs in advance with Uber in East Palo Alto. Request a ride anytime up to 90 days ahead, whether you need transportation to San Francisco International Airport, you have plans to visit your favorite restaurant, or you’re going somewhere else.
Rideshare and other services in East Palo Alto, California
Getting around East Palo Alto without a car is easy with Uber. Find places to visit, then request a ride on any day and at any time of the week. You can request a ride from San Francisco International Airport to Duveneck- St Francis or head to another destination with the app. If you’re planning to travel in East Palo Alto with a large group, request uberXL to enjoy a comfortable ride.
Open the Uber app and enter your destination to begin exploring East Palo Alto.
East Palo Alto-area airport car service
When your travel in East Palo Alto takes you to an airport from a neighborhood, or elsewhere, open the app and request a ride at any time of day. Tap below on the name of a nearby airport to learn how to use Uber to get car service to arrivals and departures. On the linked airport page, you’ll find out where to meet your driver for pickup, how much the trip will cost, and more.
Choose the best ways to get around East Palo Alto
Taxi in East Palo Alto
Consider Uber as an alternative to taxis when traveling in East Palo Alto. With Uber, you can trade flagging down cabs for requesting rides on demand, no matter the time of day. You can request a ride from San Francisco International Airport, visit Menlo Park, or enter another place. Open the app and enter a destination to get around East Palo Alto.
Electric scooters in East Palo Alto
Renting a scooter is a fun, affordable way to get around the city. With electric power, you'll get to where you need to go with ease.
East Palo Alto taxis and other ride options
Frequently asked questions
- Is Uber available in East Palo Alto?
Yes. The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride to get around East Palo Alto anytime, 24/7.
- What’s the most affordable way to travel in East Palo Alto?
With Uber, you can choose the ride option that works best for your budget when you travel in East Palo Alto. To get an estimated cost, sign in online or open the app and input your destination in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear. Scroll to explore what’s currently available.
- Can I get around East Palo Alto without a car?
Yes. Sign in online or open your Uber app to request a ride in East Palo Alto, and let your driver take you where you want to go. (You might see other East Palo Alto transportation options available in your app, too.)
- Can I rent a car in East Palo Alto?
Sign in to your Uber account on Uber.com or open your Uber app to find out if car rentals are available in your city. If so, choose Rent and complete your reservation with a rental provider on Uber.com or using the Uber app. Then travel in East Palo Alto or wherever the road takes you.
- How does Uber in East Palo Alto help keep riders safe?
Your safety when traveling in East Palo Alto is a top priority. In a few taps, you can access in-app features like the emergency assistance button to call authorities if you need help.
- Is Uber Eats available in East Palo Alto?
Yes. Uber Eats offers pickup or food delivery in East Palo Alto from your favorite restaurants. Browse lots of food delivery options, place your order, and track it by the minute.
Uber does not tolerate the use of alcohol or drugs by drivers using the Uber app. If you believe your driver may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, please have the driver end the trip immediately.
Commercial vehicles may be subject to additional state government taxes, which would be over and above the toll.
After the driver has ended the trip, please report any feedback when rating your trip in the Uber app, visiting help.uber.com, or calling 800-664-1378.
You may also contact the California Public Utilities Commission at 800-894-9444 or CIU_intake@cpuc.ca.gov.
In California, due to CPUC requirements, you cannot transport an unaccompanied minor on trips arranged through the Uber app. Keep in mind that in California, a rider must be over 18 to sign up for an Uber account, but if you believe a rider might be underage, you can ask them to confirm their age and let them know that you’ll have to cancel the trip if they are indeed under 18. In addition, you can report requests to transport unaccompanied minors by submitting in-app feedback.
All trips to or from SFO are subject to a $5.50 SFO airport surcharge that applies per vehicle, regardless of the number of riders or type of ride as well as any applicable tolls. All trips to or from OAK are subject to a $3.70 OAK airport surcharge that applies per vehicle, regardless of the number of riders or type of ride as well as any applicable tolls. All trips to or from SJC are subject to a $3 airport surcharge and any applicable tolls. All trips to or from MRY are subject to a $3 airport surcharge and any applicable tolls. UberX, Comfort and Assist trips to or from SMF are subject to a $2.5 surcharge and any applicable tolls. UberXL and Uber Black SUV trips to or from SMF are subject to a $3.00 surcharge and any applicable tolls.
*Sample rider prices are average UberX prices only and do not reflect variations due to geography, traffic delays, promotions, or other factors. Flat rates and minimum fees may apply. Actual prices for rides and scheduled rides may vary.
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