What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 26 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford?

The fastest way to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $60 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between San Jose Airport (SJC) and Stanford?

No, there is no direct bus from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford. However, there are services departing from SJC Airport Terminal A and arriving at On Campus Drive @ Munger Graduate Residence via Santa Clara Transit Center and University Circle @ Caltrain Platform. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford?

The distance between San Jose Airport (SJC) and Stanford is 21 miles. The road distance is 16.9 miles.

How do I travel from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford without a car?

The best way to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford without a car is to line 60 bus and Caltrain and bus which takes 1h 21m and costs $7 - $10.

How long does it take to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford?

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford bus from?

San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Santa Clara Transit Center station.

Where does the San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford bus arrive?

San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Palo Alto Transit Center station.

Can I drive from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford is 17 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford.

Where can I stay near Stanford?

There are 399+ hotels available in Stanford.

Can I share a ride from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford?

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

San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford - 5 ways to travel via line 60 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford by bus, train, taxi, rideshare, or car

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Line 60 bus, Caltrain, bus
best
1. Take the bus from SJC Airport Terminal A to Santa Clara Transit Centerbus 60
2. Take the train from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Northboundtrain
3. Take the bus from University Circle @ Caltrain Platform to On Campus Drive @ Munger Graduate Residencebus Se
1h 21m
$8–10
Drive 16.8 mi
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1. Drive from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanfordcar 16.8 mi
26 min
$4–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanfordtaxi 16.8 mi
26 min
$60–75
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from San Jose-SJC to Stanfordrideshare 16.8 mi
26 min
Line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Clara Transit Center to Palo Alto Transit Centerbus 22 / ...
1h 58m
$4–8

San Jose Airport (SJC) to Stanford by bus and train

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Distance: 20.8 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between San Jose Airport (SJC), USA and Stanford, CA, USA?

Santa Clara VTA operates a bus from Santa Clara Transit Center to Palo Alto Transit Center every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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