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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Stanford is to fly and Caltrain which takes 2h 12m and costs $440 - $750.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Stanford. However, there are services departing from Terminal B and arriving at On Campus Drive @ Munger Graduate Residence via Sacramento, Stockton and University Circle @ Caltrain Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Stanford. 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 5h 12m.

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

The distance between Sacramento Airport (SMF) and Stanford is 107 miles. The road distance is 119.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Stanford without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs $45 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Stanford, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Stanford?

The best way to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Stanford is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs $45 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $75 and takes 6h 35m.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Stanford?

Yes, the driving distance between Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Stanford is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Stanford.

Where can I stay near Stanford?

There are 399+ hotels available in Stanford.

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

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

Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Stanford - 6 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Stanford 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
2h 12m
$447–728
Drive 119.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Stanfordcar 119.1 mi
2h 21m
$22–32
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Santa Clara Amtraktrain Capitol Corridor
5h 12m
$47–100
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Sacramento to Stocktonbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Stockton to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 35m
$49–74
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Sacramento-SMF to Stanfordrideshare 119.1 mi
2h 21m
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 / ...
6h 4m
$39–73

Sacramento Airport (SMF) to Stanford by bus and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 106.1 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Sacramento to Santa Clara Amtrak every 4 hours. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal B to On Campus Drive @ Munger Graduate Residence via J St. at 4th St., Sacramento, Stockton, San Jose, San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound, Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound, and University Circle @ Caltrain Platform in around 6h 35m.

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