What is the cheapest way to get from Alameda to Stanford University?

The cheapest way to get from Alameda to Stanford University is to BART and bus which costs $4 - $7 and takes 2h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alameda to Stanford University?

The fastest way to get from Alameda to Stanford University is to drive which takes 47 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct train between Alameda and Stanford University?

No, there is no direct train from Alameda to Stanford University. However, there are services departing from 12th Street / Oakland City Center and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound via Millbrae Caltrain Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Alameda to Stanford University?

The distance between Alameda and Stanford University is 44 miles. The road distance is 34.1 miles.

How do I travel from Alameda to Stanford University without a car?

The best way to get from Alameda to Stanford University without a car is to BART and Caltrain which takes 1h 59m and costs $16 - $24.

How long does it take to get from Alameda to Stanford University?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Alameda to Stanford University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alameda to Stanford University train from?

Alameda to Stanford University train services, operated by BART, depart from 12th Street / Oakland City Center station.

Where does the Alameda to Stanford University train arrive?

Alameda to Stanford University train services, operated by BART, arrive at Millbrae station.

Can I drive from Alameda to Stanford University?

Yes, the driving distance between Alameda to Stanford University is 34 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Alameda to Stanford University.

Where can I stay near Stanford University?

There are 499+ hotels available in Stanford University.

Alameda to Stanford University - 5 ways to travel via BART, Caltrain, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Alameda to Stanford University by subway, train, bus, car, or taxi

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BART, Caltrain
best
1. Take the subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Millbraesubway Red-S / ...
2. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
1h 59m
$16–24
BART, bus
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Fruitvale to Fremontsubway Orange-S / ...
2. Take the bus from Fremont BART to Campus Ovalbus AE-F Line
2h 37m
$5–6
Drive 33.9 mi
1. Drive from Alameda to Stanford Universitycar 33.9 mi
47 min
$7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alameda to Stanford Universitytaxi 33.9 mi
47 min
$120–150
BART, bus via San Bruno
1. Take the subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to San Brunosubway Yellow-S / ...
2. Take the bus from San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr
2h 56m
$7–10

Alameda to Stanford University by subway, train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 44.2 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Alameda, Alameda County, CA, USA and Stanford University, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Alameda to Stanford University. However, you can take the subway to Millbrae, walk to Millbrae Caltrain Southbound, take the train to Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound, walk to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4, take the bus to Stanford Oval, then walk to Stanford University. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Fruitvale to Stanford University via Fremont, Fremont BART, and Campus Oval in around 2h 37m.

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