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

The cheapest way to get from Alamo to Stanford University is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Alamo to Stanford University is to drive which takes 57 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Alamo and Stanford University?

No, there is no direct train from Alamo to Stanford University. However, there are services departing from Walnut Creek and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound via Metro Embarcadero Station and San Francisco Caltrain Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Alamo to Stanford University?

The distance between Alamo and Stanford University is 61 miles. The road distance is 39.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alamo to Stanford University without a car is to BART and Caltrain which takes 2h 52m and costs $16 - $21.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Alamo to Stanford University, including transfers.

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

Alamo to Stanford University train services, operated by BART, depart from Walnut Creek station.

Where does the Alamo to Stanford University train arrive?

Alamo to Stanford University train services, operated by BART, arrive at Embarcadero station.

Can I drive from Alamo to Stanford University?

Yes, the driving distance between Alamo to Stanford University is 40 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Alamo to Stanford University.

Where can I stay near Stanford University?

There are 457+ hotels available in Stanford University.

Alamo to Stanford University - 4 ways to travel via BART, Caltrain, bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Alamo to Stanford University by subway, train, bus, car, or taxi

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BART, Caltrain
best
1. Take the subway from Walnut Creek to Embarcaderosubway Yellow-S
2. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2h 52m
$16–20
Drive 39.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alamo to Stanford Universitycar 39.4 mi
57 min
$8–11
BART, bus
1. Take the subway from Walnut Creek 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
3h 47m
$11–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alamo to Stanford Universitytaxi 39.4 mi
57 min
$130–160

Alamo to Stanford University by bus, subway, and foot

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3h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 60.7 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

There is no direct connection from Alamo to Stanford University. However, you can take the line 21 bus to Walnut Creek BART, walk to Walnut Creek, take the subway to Embarcadero, walk to Metro Embarcadero Station, take the vehicle to King St & 4th St, walk to San Francisco Caltrain Southbound, take the train to Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound, then walk to Stanford University. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Danville Blvd and Alamo Plaza to Stanford University via Walnut Creek BART, Walnut Creek, San Bruno, San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4, and Stanford Oval in around 3h 47m.

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