What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose to Stanford University?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to Stanford University is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose to Stanford University?

The fastest way to get from San Jose to Stanford University is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs $60 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between San Jose and Stanford University?

No, there is no direct bus from San Jose to Stanford University. However, there are services departing from Santa Clara & Almaden Blvd and arriving at Stanford Oval via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

Is there a direct train between San Jose and Stanford University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from San Jose to Stanford University?

The distance between San Jose and Stanford University is 18 miles. The road distance is 18.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Jose to Stanford University without a car is to Caltrain which takes 51 min and costs $5 - $7.

How long does it take to get from San Jose to Stanford University?

The Caltrain from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the San Jose to Stanford University bus from?

San Jose to Stanford University bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Santa Clara & Almaden Blvd station.

Where do I catch the San Jose to Stanford University train from?

San Jose to Stanford University train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound station.

Train or bus from San Jose to Stanford University?

The best way to get from San Jose to Stanford University is to Caltrain which takes 51 min and costs $5 - $7. Alternatively, you can line 22 bus, which costs $2 - $8 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the San Jose to Stanford University bus arrive?

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

Where does the San Jose to Stanford University train arrive?

San Jose to Stanford University train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from San Jose to Stanford University?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to Stanford University is 18 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from San Jose to Stanford University.

Where can I stay near Stanford University?

There are 500+ hotels available in Stanford University.

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There are 5 ways to get from San Jose to Stanford University by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
51 min
$5–7
Line 22 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Clara & Almaden Blvd to Palo Alto Transit Centerbus Rapid 522 / ...
1h 52m
$2–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Jose to Stanford Universitytaxi 18.1 mi
27 min
$60–80
Drive 18.1 mi
1. Drive from San Jose to Stanford Universitycar 18.1 mi
27 min
$4–5
Caltrain, bus
1. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4 to Stanford Ovalbus 281
52 min
$6–10

San Jose to Stanford University by bus and foot

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Distance: 18.1 mi
Duration: 51 min

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

Caltrain operates a train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Santa Clara VTA operates a bus from Santa Clara & Almaden Blvd to Palo Alto Transit Center every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 1h 27m.

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