What is the cheapest way to get from Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University?

The cheapest way to get from Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 26 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University?

The fastest way to get from Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $55 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Great Mall/Main Station and Stanford University?

No, there is no direct bus from Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University. However, there are services departing from Main & Great Mall Pkwy and arriving at Stanford Oval via Santa Clara & 2nd and Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Great Mall/Main Station and Stanford University?

No, there is no direct train from Great Mall/Main Station station to Stanford University. However, there are services departing from Great Mall Station and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound via Mountain View Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University?

The distance between Great Mall/Main Station and Stanford University is 20 miles. The road distance is 16.9 miles.

Where do I catch the Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University bus from?

Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Main & Great Mall Pkwy station.

Where do I catch the Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University train from?

Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University train services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Great Mall Station.

Where does the Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University bus arrive?

Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at 2nd & Santa Clara station.

Where does the Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University train arrive?

Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University train services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Mountain View Station.

Can I drive from Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University?

Yes, the driving distance between Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University is 17 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University.

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Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University

Q: How do I travel from Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University without a car?

The best way to get from Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University without a car is to tram which takes 1h 32m and costs $6 - $11.

Q: How long does it take to get from Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University?

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Great Mall Station to Mountain View Stationtram Orange Line
1h 32m
$6–10
Line 66 bus, line 22 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Main & Great Mall Pkwy to 2nd & Santa Clarabus 66
2. Take the bus from Santa Clara & 2nd to Palo Alto Transit Centerbus 22 / ...
2h 30m
$4–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford Universitytaxi 16.8 mi
26 min
$55–75
Drive 16.8 mi
1. Drive from Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford Universitycar 16.8 mi
26 min
$4–5

Great Mall/Main Station to Stanford University by tram, train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 20.3 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Great Mall/Main Station, CA, USA and Stanford University, CA, USA?

Santa Clara VTA operates a vehicle from Great Mall Station to Mountain View Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $3 and the journey takes 43 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main & Great Mall Pkwy to Stanford University via 2nd & Santa Clara, Santa Clara & 2nd, Palo Alto Transit Center, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4, and Stanford Oval in around 2h 30m.

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