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

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Stanford University is to bus and Caltrain which costs $35 - $55 and takes 6h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Stanford University is to fly and Caltrain which takes 2h 46m and costs $65 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Stanford University?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Stanford University. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield, CA and arriving at Stanford Oval via King & Virginia and Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Stanford University?

The distance between Bakersfield and Stanford University is 267 miles. The road distance is 259.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Stanford University without a car is to bus and Caltrain which takes 6h 51m and costs $35 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Bakersfield to Stanford University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Stanford University bus from?

Bakersfield to Stanford University bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Bakersfield, CA station.

Where does the Bakersfield to Stanford University bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Stanford University bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Stanford University?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Stanford University is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Bakersfield to Stanford University.

Where can I stay near Stanford University?

There are 517+ hotels available in Stanford University.

Bakersfield to Stanford University - 5 ways to travel via plane, and Caltrain

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There are 5 ways to get from Bakersfield to Stanford University by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly, Caltrain
best
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane BFL - SFO
2. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Southboundtrain
2h 46m
$67–256
Bus, Caltrain
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Gilroybus Guadalajara
2. Take the train from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northboundtrain South County
6h 51m
$39–55
Drive 258.3 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Stanford Universitycar 258.3 mi
4h 31m
$48–69
Bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephantbus Nogales / ...
2. Take the bus from King & Virginia to Palo Alto Transit Centerbus 22
8h
$61–89
Bus, line 22 bus via Bakersfield
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to San Josebus Lxit 3323
2. Take the bus from King & Story to Palo Alto Transit Centerbus 22
8h 11m

Bakersfield to Stanford University by bus and foot

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Distance: 265.1 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Bakersfield, CA to Stanford University via San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant, King & Virginia, Palo Alto Transit Center, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4, and Stanford Oval in around 8h.

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