What is the cheapest way to get from Milpitas to Silicon Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Milpitas to Silicon Valley is to drive which costs $2 - $5 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Milpitas to Silicon Valley?

The fastest way to get from Milpitas to Silicon Valley is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs $55 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Milpitas and Silicon Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Milpitas to Silicon Valley. However, there are services departing from Main & Serra and arriving at El Camino & Embarcadero via Santa Clara & 1st. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Milpitas and Silicon Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Milpitas station to Silicon Valley. However, there are services departing from Alder Station and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound via Mountain View Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Milpitas to Silicon Valley?

The distance between Milpitas and Silicon Valley is 17 miles. The road distance is 15.7 miles.

How do I travel from Milpitas to Silicon Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Milpitas to Silicon Valley without a car is to tram which takes 1h 4m and costs $6 - $8.

How long does it take to get from Milpitas to Silicon Valley?

It takes approximately 1h 4m to get from Milpitas to Silicon Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Milpitas to Silicon Valley bus from?

Milpitas to Silicon Valley bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Main & Serra station.

Where do I catch the Milpitas to Silicon Valley train from?

Milpitas to Silicon Valley train services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Alder Station.

Where does the Milpitas to Silicon Valley bus arrive?

Milpitas to Silicon Valley bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at 2nd & Santa Clara station.

Where does the Milpitas to Silicon Valley train arrive?

Milpitas to Silicon Valley train services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Mountain View Station.

Can I drive from Milpitas to Silicon Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Milpitas to Silicon Valley is 16 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Milpitas to Silicon Valley.

Where can I stay near Silicon Valley?

There are 495+ hotels available in Silicon Valley.

Milpitas to Silicon Valley - 5 ways to travel via tram, line 21 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Milpitas to Silicon Valley by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Alder Station to Mountain View Stationtram Orange Line
1h 4m
$6–8
Drive 15.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Milpitas to Silicon Valleycar 15.6 mi
20 min
$3–5
Tram, line 21 bus
1. Take the tram from Alder Station to Middlefield Stationtram Orange Line
2. Take the bus from Middlefield Station to Waverley & Homerbus 21
1h 56m
$4–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Milpitas to Silicon Valleytaxi 15.6 mi
20 min
$55–70
Line 66 bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Main & Serra to 2nd & Santa Clarabus 66
2. Take the bus from Santa Clara & 1st to El Camino & Embarcaderobus Rapid 522 / ...
2h 15m
$4–10

Milpitas to Silicon Valley by tram and train

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1h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 17.2 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Milpitas, CA, USA and Silicon Valley, CA, USA?

Santa Clara VTA operates a vehicle from Alder Station to Mountain View Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Main & Serra to El Camino & Embarcadero via 2nd & Santa Clara and Santa Clara & 1st in around 2h 15m.

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