What is the cheapest way to get from Burlingame to Downtown San Jose?

The cheapest way to get from Burlingame to Downtown San Jose is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Burlingame to Downtown San Jose?

The fastest way to get from Burlingame to Downtown San Jose is to drive which takes 35 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Burlingame and Downtown San Jose?

No, there is no direct bus from Burlingame to Downtown San Jose. However, there are services departing from California Dr & Broadway and arriving at Santa Clara & 1st via Palo Alto Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Burlingame and Downtown San Jose?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Broadway Caltrain Southbound and arriving at San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound. Services depart every three hours, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Burlingame to Downtown San Jose?

The distance between Burlingame and Downtown San Jose is 32 miles. The road distance is 33.8 miles.

How do I travel from Burlingame to Downtown San Jose without a car?

The best way to get from Burlingame to Downtown San Jose without a car is to Caltrain which takes 56 min and costs $7 - $10.

How long does it take to get from Burlingame to Downtown San Jose?

The Caltrain from Broadway Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound takes 56 min including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Burlingame to Downtown San Jose bus from?

Burlingame to Downtown San Jose bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from California Dr & Broadway station.

Where do I catch the Burlingame to Downtown San Jose train from?

Burlingame to Downtown San Jose train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Broadway Caltrain Southbound station.

Train or bus from Burlingame to Downtown San Jose?

The best way to get from Burlingame to Downtown San Jose is to Caltrain which takes 56 min and costs $7 - $10. Alternatively, you can bus and line 22 bus, which costs $4 - $8 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Burlingame to Downtown San Jose bus arrive?

Burlingame to Downtown San Jose bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 station.

Where does the Burlingame to Downtown San Jose train arrive?

Burlingame to Downtown San Jose train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound station.

Can I drive from Burlingame to Downtown San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Burlingame to Downtown San Jose is 34 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Burlingame to Downtown San Jose.

Where can I stay near Downtown San Jose?

There are 397+ hotels available in Downtown San Jose.

Burlingame to Downtown San Jose - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Burlingame to Downtown San Jose by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from Broadway Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekend
56 min
$7–10
Bus, line 22 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from California Dr & Broadway to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr / ...
2. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Center to Santa Clara & 1stbus 22 / ...
2h 51m
$4–8
Drive 33.6 mi
1. Drive from Burlingame to Downtown San Josecar 33.6 mi
35 min
$7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Burlingame to Downtown San Josetaxi 33.6 mi
35 min
$120–150

Burlingame to Downtown San Jose by train

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Distance: 31.9 mi
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Burlingame, CA, USA and Downtown San Jose, CA, USA?

Caltrain operates a train from Broadway Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound every 3 hours. Tickets cost $7–10 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from California Dr & Broadway to Santa Clara & 1st via Palo Alto Transit Center in around 2h 51m.

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