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

The cheapest way to get from Pleasanton to Stanford University is to train and bus which costs $5 - $8 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pleasanton to Stanford University is to drive which takes 50 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct train between Pleasanton and Stanford University?

No, there is no direct train from Pleasanton station to Stanford University. However, there are services departing from Pleasanton Station and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound via Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Pleasanton to Stanford University?

The distance between Pleasanton and Stanford University is 47 miles. The road distance is 31.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pleasanton to Stanford University without a car is to train and Caltrain which takes 1h 50m and costs $12 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 1h 50m to get from Pleasanton to Stanford University, including transfers.

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

Pleasanton to Stanford University train services, operated by Altamont Corridor Express, depart from Pleasanton Station.

Where does the Pleasanton to Stanford University train arrive?

Pleasanton to Stanford University train services, operated by Altamont Corridor Express, arrive at Santa Clara Station.

Can I drive from Pleasanton to Stanford University?

Yes, the driving distance between Pleasanton to Stanford University is 31 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Pleasanton to Stanford University.

Where can I stay near Stanford University?

There are 479+ hotels available in Stanford University.

Pleasanton to Stanford University - 5 ways to travel via train, and Caltrain

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

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Train, Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from Pleasanton Station to Santa Clara Stationtrain Ace
2. Take the train from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
1h 50m
$13–20
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pleasanton Station to Fremont Stationtrain Ace
2. Take the bus from On Fremont Blvd @ ACE Station to Campus Ovalbus AE-F Line
2h 19m
$6–7
Drive 31 mi
1. Drive from Pleasanton to Stanford Universitycar 31 mi
50 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pleasanton to Stanford Universitytaxi 31 mi
50 min
$100–130
BART, bus
1. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to Daly Citysubway Blue-S
2. Take the bus from Daly City BART-Bay 1 to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr
4h 26m
$11–16

Pleasanton to Stanford University by train, bus, and foot

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1h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 46.3 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

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

You can take a train from Pleasanton Station to Stanford University via Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound, Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4, and Stanford Oval in around 1h 50m.

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