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

The cheapest way to get from Sacramento to Stanford University is to bus and line 292 bus which costs $17 - $40 and takes 6h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sacramento to Stanford University is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between Sacramento and Stanford University?

No, there is no direct bus from Sacramento station to Stanford University. However, there are services departing from Sacramento Bus Station and arriving at Stanford Oval via Mission St & 1st St, Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 and Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Sacramento and Stanford University?

No, there is no direct train from Sacramento to Stanford University. However, there are services departing from Sacramento and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Sacramento to Stanford University?

The distance between Sacramento and Stanford University is 154 miles. The road distance is 114.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sacramento to Stanford University without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs $45 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Sacramento to Stanford University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sacramento to Stanford University bus from?

Sacramento to Stanford University bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Sacramento Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Sacramento to Stanford University?

The best way to get from Sacramento to Stanford University is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs $45 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus and line 292 bus, which costs $17 - $40 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Sacramento to Stanford University bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sacramento to Stanford University train arrive?

Sacramento to Stanford University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Sacramento to Stanford University?

Yes, the driving distance between Sacramento to Stanford University is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Sacramento to Stanford University.

Where can I stay near Stanford University?

There are 501+ hotels available in Stanford University.

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There are 4 ways to get from Sacramento to Stanford University by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Sacramento to San Josetrain Capitol Corridor / ...
4h 18m
$48–98
Bus, line 292 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Francisco Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 1st St to Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1bus 292 / ...
3. Take the bus from Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr / ...
6h 3m
$18–37
Drive 113.9 mi
1. Drive from Sacramento to Stanford Universitycar 113.9 mi
2h 16m
$21–30
Fly, Caltrain
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
3h 26m
$465–771

Sacramento to Stanford University by train, bus, and foot (Amtrak)

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Distance: 152.8 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Sacramento to San Jose every 4 hours. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 3h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Stanford University via Mission St & 1st St, Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4, and Stanford Oval in around 6h 3m.

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