What is the cheapest way to get from Lafayette to Redwood City?

The cheapest way to get from Lafayette to Redwood City is to BART and bus via Embarcadero which costs $7 - $10 and takes 2h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lafayette to Redwood City?

The fastest way to get from Lafayette to Redwood City is to drive which takes 51 min and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct train between Lafayette and Redwood City?

No, there is no direct train from Lafayette to Redwood City. However, there are services departing from Lafayette and arriving at Redwood City Caltrain Southbound via Metro Embarcadero Station and San Francisco Caltrain Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Lafayette to Redwood City?

The distance between Lafayette and Redwood City is 46 miles. The road distance is 45 miles.

How do I travel from Lafayette to Redwood City without a car?

The best way to get from Lafayette to Redwood City without a car is to BART and Caltrain which takes 1h 48m and costs $12 - $17.

How long does it take to get from Lafayette to Redwood City?

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Lafayette to Redwood City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lafayette to Redwood City train from?

Lafayette to Redwood City train services, operated by BART, depart from Lafayette station.

Where does the Lafayette to Redwood City train arrive?

Lafayette to Redwood City train services, operated by BART, arrive at Embarcadero station.

Can I drive from Lafayette to Redwood City?

Yes, the driving distance between Lafayette to Redwood City is 45 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Lafayette to Redwood City.

Where can I stay near Redwood City?

There are 422+ hotels available in Redwood City.

Lafayette to Redwood City - 5 ways to travel via BART, Caltrain, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Lafayette to Redwood City by subway, train, bus, car, or taxi

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BART, Caltrain
best
1. Take the subway from Lafayette to Embarcaderosubway Yellow-S
2. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to Redwood City Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
1h 48m
$13–17
BART, bus via Embarcadero
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Lafayette to Embarcaderosubway Yellow-S
2. Take the bus from Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37 to Winslow St & Broadway Stbus Epx
2h 39m
$8–10
BART, bus
1. Take the subway from Lafayette to San Brunosubway Yellow-S
2. Take the bus from San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway to El Camino Real & Brewster Avebus Ecr
2h 20m
$9–12
Drive 44.7 mi
1. Drive from Lafayette to Redwood Citycar 44.7 mi
51 min
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Lafayette to Redwood Citytaxi 44.7 mi
51 min
$150–180

Lafayette to Redwood City by subway, tram, and train

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1h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 46.2 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

What companies run services between Lafayette, CA, USA and Redwood City, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Lafayette to Redwood City. However, you can take the subway to Embarcadero, walk to Metro Embarcadero Station, take the vehicle to King St & 4th St, walk to San Francisco Caltrain Southbound, then take the train to Redwood City Caltrain Southbound. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Lafayette to El Camino Real & Brewster Ave via San Bruno and San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway in around 2h 20m.

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