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

The cheapest way to get from California to Stanford University is to bus which costs $60 - $120 and takes 7h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from California to Stanford University is to drive which takes 6h 8m and costs $65 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between California and Stanford University?

No, there is no direct bus from California station to Stanford University. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Union Station and arriving at Stanford Oval via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

Is there a direct train between California and Stanford University?

No, there is no direct train from California to Stanford University. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 2m.

How far is it from California to Stanford University?

The distance between California and Stanford University is 363 miles. The road distance is 358.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from California to Stanford University without a car is to bus which takes 7h 27m and costs $60 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 7h 27m to get from California to Stanford University, including transfers.

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

California to Stanford University bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

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

California to Stanford University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from California to Stanford University?

The best way to get from California to Stanford University is to bus which takes 7h 27m and costs $60 - $120. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $140 - $290 and takes 11h 2m.

Where does the California to Stanford University bus arrive?

California to Stanford University bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at San Jose Diridon Station.

Where does the California to Stanford University train arrive?

California to Stanford University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from California to Stanford University?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Stanford University is 359 miles. It takes approximately 6h 8m to drive from California to Stanford University.

Where can I stay near Stanford University?

There are 517+ hotels available in Stanford University.

California to Stanford University - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from California to Stanford University by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

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1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Jose Diridon Stationbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
7h 27m
$60–114
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
11h 2m
$143–286
Drive 356.7 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Stanford Universitycar 356.7 mi
6h 8m
$66–94
Bus via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Josebus Ans 6238
10h 17m
$99–139

California to Stanford University by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 360.7 mi
Duration: 7h 27m

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

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Jose Diridon Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $80–120 and the journey takes 6h 20m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $130–280 and the journey takes 9h 55m.

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