What is the cheapest way to get from Pleasant Hill to Stanford University?

The cheapest way to get from Pleasant Hill to Stanford University is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pleasant Hill to Stanford University?

The fastest way to get from Pleasant Hill to Stanford University is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct train between Pleasant Hill and Stanford University?

No, there is no direct train from Pleasant Hill to Stanford University. However, there are services departing from Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa Centre and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound via Metro Embarcadero Station and San Francisco Caltrain Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Pleasant Hill to Stanford University?

The distance between Pleasant Hill and Stanford University is 59 miles. The road distance is 47.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pleasant Hill to Stanford University without a car is to BART and Caltrain which takes 2h 44m and costs $16 - $21.

How long does it take to get from Pleasant Hill to Stanford University?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Pleasant Hill to Stanford University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pleasant Hill to Stanford University train from?

Pleasant Hill to Stanford University train services, operated by BART, depart from Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa Centre station.

Where does the Pleasant Hill to Stanford University train arrive?

Pleasant Hill to Stanford University train services, operated by BART, arrive at Embarcadero station.

Can I drive from Pleasant Hill to Stanford University?

Yes, the driving distance between Pleasant Hill to Stanford University is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Pleasant Hill to Stanford University.

Where can I stay near Stanford University?

There are 498+ hotels available in Stanford University.

Pleasant Hill to Stanford University - 4 ways to travel via BART, and Caltrain

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There are 4 ways to get from Pleasant Hill to Stanford University by subway, train, bus, car, or taxi

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BART, Caltrain
best
1. Take the subway from Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa Centre to Embarcaderosubway Yellow-S
2. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2h 44m
$16–20
Drive 47 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pleasant Hill to Stanford Universitycar 47 mi
1h 5m
$9–13
BART, bus
1. Take the subway from Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa Centre 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
3h 45m
$11–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pleasant Hill to Stanford Universitytaxi 47 mi
1h 5m
$160–190

Pleasant Hill to Stanford University by bus, subway, and foot

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Distance: 58.6 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

There is no direct connection from Pleasant Hill to Stanford University. However, you can take the line 316 bus to Pleasant Hill BART, walk to Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa Centre, take the subway to Embarcadero, walk to Metro Embarcadero Station, take the vehicle to King St & 4th St, walk to San Francisco Caltrain Southbound, take the train to Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound, then walk to Stanford University. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cleaveland Rd and Trelany Rd to Stanford University via Pleasant Hill BART, Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa Centre, San Bruno, San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4, and Stanford Oval in around 3h 45m.

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