What is the cheapest way to get from Reno to Stanford?

The cheapest way to get from Reno to Stanford is to bus which costs $40 - $75 and takes 9h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reno to Stanford?

The fastest way to get from Reno to Stanford is to fly and Caltrain which takes 2h 35m and costs $200 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Reno and Stanford?

No, there is no direct bus from Reno to Stanford. However, there are services departing from Reno Amtrak and arriving at On Campus Drive @ Munger Graduate Residence via Mission St & 1st St, Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 and University Circle @ Caltrain Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Reno and Stanford?

No, there is no direct train from Reno to Stanford. However, there are services departing from Reno and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound via Richmond and Millbrae Caltrain Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 8m.

How far is it from Reno to Stanford?

The distance between Reno and Stanford is 213 miles. The road distance is 246.5 miles.

How do I travel from Reno to Stanford without a car?

The best way to get from Reno to Stanford without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 4m and costs $65 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Reno to Stanford?

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Reno to Stanford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reno to Stanford bus from?

Reno to Stanford bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Reno Amtrak station.

Where do I catch the Reno to Stanford train from?

Reno to Stanford train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Reno station.

Bus or fly from Reno to Stanford?

The best way to get from Reno to Stanford is to fly which takes 2h 43m and costs $420 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $75 and takes 9h 22m.

Where does the Reno to Stanford bus arrive?

Reno to Stanford bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Francisco Bus Station.

Where does the Reno to Stanford train arrive?

Reno to Stanford train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Richmond station.

Can I drive from Reno to Stanford?

Yes, the driving distance between Reno to Stanford is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Reno to Stanford.

Where can I stay near Stanford?

There are 437+ hotels available in Stanford.

Reno to Stanford - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, Caltrain, bus, and BART

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There are 7 ways to get from Reno to Stanford by plane, train, bus, subway, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly to San Francisco International Airport, Caltrain
best
1. Fly from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane RNO - SFO
2. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Southboundtrain
2h 35m
$202–461
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reno Amtrak to San Francisco Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0870
9h 22m
$40–75
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Reno Amtrak to Roseville Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0870
2. Take the train from Roseville Amtrak to Santa Clara Amtraktrain Capitol Corridor
8h 4m
$69–141
Bus, train, BART
1. Take the bus from Reno to Sacramentobus
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Richmondtrain
3. Take the subway from Richmond to Millbraesubway
9h 9m
$86–142
Drive 245.1 mi
1. Drive from Reno to Stanfordcar 245.1 mi
4h 30m
$45–65
Fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport
1. Fly from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane RNO - SJC
2h 43m
$422–532
Train, BART
1. Take the train from Reno to Richmondtrain California Zephyr
2. Take the subway from Richmond to Millbraesubway Red-S
10h 8m
$92–173

Reno to Stanford by bus and train

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Distance: 212.2 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Reno, NV, USA and Stanford, CA, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC) 4 times a week. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Reno Amtrak to San Francisco Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $35–70 and the journey takes 5h 50m.

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