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

The cheapest way to get from Oakland to Stanford University is to BART and bus which costs $5 - $7 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oakland to Stanford University is to drive which takes 47 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct train between Oakland and Stanford University?

No, there is no direct train from Oakland to Stanford University. However, there are services departing from 12th Street / Oakland City Center and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound via Millbrae Caltrain Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Oakland to Stanford University?

The distance between Oakland and Stanford University is 44 miles. The road distance is 35.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oakland to Stanford University without a car is to BART and Caltrain which takes 2h and costs $16 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 2h to get from Oakland to Stanford University, including transfers.

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

Oakland to Stanford University train services, operated by BART, depart from 12th Street / Oakland City Center station.

Where does the Oakland to Stanford University train arrive?

Oakland to Stanford University train services, operated by BART, arrive at Millbrae station.

Can I drive from Oakland to Stanford University?

Yes, the driving distance between Oakland to Stanford University is 36 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Oakland to Stanford University.

Where can I stay near Stanford University?

There are 501+ hotels available in Stanford University.

Oakland to Stanford University - 5 ways to travel via BART, Caltrain, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Oakland to Stanford University by subway, train, bus, car, or taxi

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BART, Caltrain
best
1. Take the subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Millbraesubway Red-S / ...
2. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2h
$16–24
BART, bus
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Lake Merritt to Fremontsubway Orange-S / ...
2. Take the bus from Fremont BART to Campus Ovalbus AE-F Line
2h 41m
$5–7
Drive 35.5 mi
1. Drive from Oakland to Stanford Universitycar 35.5 mi
47 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oakland to Stanford Universitytaxi 35.5 mi
47 min
$130–160
BART, bus via San Bruno
1. Take the subway from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to San Brunosubway Yellow-S / ...
2. Take the bus from San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr
2h 55m
$7–10

Oakland to Stanford University by subway, train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 44.2 mi
Duration: 2h

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

There is no direct connection from Oakland to Stanford University. However, you can take the subway to Millbrae, walk to Millbrae Caltrain Southbound, take the train to Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound, walk to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4, take the bus to Stanford Oval, then walk to Stanford University. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Lake Merritt to Stanford University via Fremont, Fremont BART, and Campus Oval in around 2h 41m.

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