What is the cheapest way to get from San Carlos to Hayward?

The cheapest way to get from San Carlos to Hayward is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Carlos to Hayward?

The fastest way to get from San Carlos to Hayward is to drive which takes 21 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct train between San Carlos and Hayward?

No, there is no direct train from San Carlos to Hayward. However, there are services departing from San Carlos Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Hayward via King St & 4th St and Embarcadero. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from San Carlos to Hayward?

The distance between San Carlos and Hayward is 46 miles. The road distance is 19.3 miles.

How do I travel from San Carlos to Hayward without a car?

The best way to get from San Carlos to Hayward without a car is to Caltrain and BART which takes 1h 48m and costs $12 - $17.

How long does it take to get from San Carlos to Hayward?

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from San Carlos to Hayward, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Carlos to Hayward train from?

San Carlos to Hayward train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from San Carlos Caltrain Northbound station.

Where does the San Carlos to Hayward train arrive?

San Carlos to Hayward train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Francisco Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from San Carlos to Hayward?

Yes, the driving distance between San Carlos to Hayward is 19 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from San Carlos to Hayward.

Where can I stay near Hayward?

There are 310+ hotels available in Hayward.

San Carlos to Hayward - 5 ways to travel via Caltrain, BART, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from San Carlos to Hayward by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Caltrain, BART
best
1. Take the train from San Carlos Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the subway from Embarcadero to Haywardsubway Green-N
1h 48m
$12–17
Drive 19.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Carlos to Haywardcar 19.2 mi
21 min
$4–6
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from El Camino Real & San Carlos Ave to Daly City BART-Bay 3bus Ecr
2. Take the subway from Daly City to Haywardsubway Green-N
2h 47m
$9–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Carlos to Haywardtaxi 19.2 mi
21 min
$70–90
Caltrain, bus
1. Take the train from San Carlos Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Hayward Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0831 / ...
2h 14m
$10–16

San Carlos to Hayward by train, tram, and subway

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Distance: 45.8 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

What companies run services between San Carlos, CA, USA and Hayward, Alameda County, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from San Carlos to Hayward. However, you can take the train to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound, walk to King St & 4th St, take the vehicle to Metro Embarcadero Station, walk to Embarcadero, then take the subway to Hayward. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Camino Real & San Carlos Ave to Hayward via Daly City BART-Bay 3 and Daly City in around 2h 47m.

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