What is the cheapest way to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley?

The fastest way to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley is to fly and Caltrain which takes 1h 46m and costs $440 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Sacramento Airport (SMF) and Silicon Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley. However, there are services departing from Terminal B and arriving at El Camino & Embarcadero via Sacramento, Stockton, San Jose Diridon and Santa Clara & 1st. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Sacramento Airport (SMF) and Silicon Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley. However, there are services departing from Sacramento and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound via Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley?

The distance between Sacramento Airport (SMF) and Silicon Valley is 105 miles. The road distance is 117.5 miles.

How do I travel from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs $45 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley?

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley bus from?

Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Sacramento station.

Where do I catch the Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley train from?

Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Sacramento station.

Train or bus from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley?

The best way to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs $45 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus and line 22 bus, which costs $45 - $80 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley bus arrive?

Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Stockton station.

Where does the Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley train arrive?

Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Clara Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley.

Where can I stay near Silicon Valley?

There are 457+ hotels available in Silicon Valley.

Can I share a ride from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Sacramento Airport (SMF) and Silicon Valley. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley by plane, train, train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), rideshare, car, subway, or bus

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Fly, Caltrain
best
1. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SMF - SFO
2. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Southboundtrain
1h 46m
$447–728
Drive 116.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valleycar 116.8 mi
2h 16m
$22–31
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Santa Clara Amtraktrain Capitol Corridor
4h 46m
$47–95
Bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Sacramento to Stocktonbus
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Josebus
3. Take the bus from Santa Clara & 1st to El Camino & Embarcaderobus 22
7h 4m
$48–79
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Sacramento-SMF to Silicon Valleyrideshare 116.8 mi
2h 16m
Train, BART, bus
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Richmondtrain
2. Take the subway from Richmond to Millbraesubway
3. Take the bus from Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr / ...
5h 35m
$39–73

Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Silicon Valley by bus and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 104.7 mi
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Sacramento Airport (SMF), USA and Silicon Valley, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Sacramento to Santa Clara Amtrak every 4 hours. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal B to El Camino & Embarcadero via J St. at 4th St., Sacramento, Stockton, San Jose, San Jose Diridon, Santa Clara & 2nd, and Santa Clara & 1st in around 7h 4m.

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