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

The cheapest way to get from Berkeley to Stanford University is to BART and bus which costs $5 - $8 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Berkeley to Stanford University is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Berkeley and Stanford University?

No, there is no direct train from Berkeley to Stanford University. However, there are services departing from Downtown Berkeley and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound via Millbrae Caltrain Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Berkeley to Stanford University?

The distance between Berkeley and Stanford University is 49 miles. The road distance is 40.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Berkeley to Stanford University without a car is to BART and Caltrain which takes 2h 11m and costs $16 - $25.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Berkeley to Stanford University, including transfers.

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

Berkeley to Stanford University train services, operated by BART, depart from Downtown Berkeley station.

Where does the Berkeley to Stanford University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Berkeley to Stanford University?

Yes, the driving distance between Berkeley to Stanford University is 41 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Berkeley to Stanford University.

Where can I stay near Stanford University?

There are 496+ hotels available in Stanford University.

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

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

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BART, Caltrain
best
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to Millbraesubway Red-S
2. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2h 11m
$17–24
BART, bus
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to Fremontsubway Orange-S
2. Take the bus from Fremont BART to Campus Ovalbus AE-F Line
2h 58m
$6–8
BART, bus via Millbrae
1. Take the subway from Downtown Berkeley to Millbraesubway Red-S
2. Take the bus from Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr / ...
2h 57m
$14–18
Drive 40.5 mi
1. Drive from Berkeley to Stanford Universitycar 40.5 mi
56 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Berkeley to Stanford Universitytaxi 40.5 mi
56 min
$140–180

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

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2h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 48.9 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

There is no direct connection from Berkeley 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 Downtown Berkeley to Stanford University via Millbrae, Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1, and Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 in around 2h 57m.

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