What is the cheapest way to get from Los Altos to Stanford University?

The cheapest way to get from Los Altos to Stanford University is to line 22 bus and bus which costs $2 - $8 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Altos to Stanford University?

The fastest way to get from Los Altos to Stanford University is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $21 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Los Altos and Stanford University?

No, there is no direct bus from Los Altos to Stanford University. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Ortega and arriving at Stanford Oval via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Los Altos to Stanford University?

The distance between Los Altos and Stanford University is 7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Los Altos to Stanford University without a car is to line 22 bus and bus which takes 45 min and costs $2 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Los Altos to Stanford University?

It takes approximately 45 min to get from Los Altos to Stanford University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Los Altos to Stanford University bus from?

Los Altos to Stanford University bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from El Camino & Ortega station.

Where does the Los Altos to Stanford University bus arrive?

Los Altos to Stanford University bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Palo Alto Transit Center station.

Where can I stay near Stanford University?

There are 491+ hotels available in Stanford University.

Los Altos to Stanford University - 4 ways to travel via line 22 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Los Altos to Stanford University by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 22 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Ortega to Palo Alto Transit Centerbus 22
2. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4 to Stanford Ovalbus 281
45 min
$2–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Los Altos to Stanford Universitytaxi 5.3 mi
11 min
$21–26
Walk
1. Take the foot from Los Altos to Stanford Universitywalk 5.3 mi
1h 42m
Line 22 bus, bus via San Antonio & Almond
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Showers to Palo Alto Transit Centerbus 22 / ...
2. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4 to Stanford Ovalbus 281
56 min
$4–13

Los Altos to Stanford University by bus and foot

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Distance: 6.8 mi
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Los Altos, Santa Clara County, CA, USA and Stanford University, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from El Camino & Ortega to Stanford University via Palo Alto Transit Center, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4, and Stanford Oval in around 45 min.

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