What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Clara to Stanford University?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Clara to Stanford University is to drive which costs $2 - $4 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Clara to Stanford University?

The fastest way to get from Santa Clara to Stanford University is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs $50 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Clara and Stanford University?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Clara to Stanford University. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Scott and arriving at Stanford Oval via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Clara and Stanford University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Santa Clara to Stanford University?

The distance between Santa Clara and Stanford University is 16 miles. The road distance is 14.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Clara to Stanford University without a car is to Caltrain which takes 45 min and costs $5 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Santa Clara to Stanford University?

The Caltrain from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Santa Clara to Stanford University bus from?

Santa Clara to Stanford University bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from El Camino & Scott station.

Where do I catch the Santa Clara to Stanford University train from?

Santa Clara to Stanford University train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound station.

Train or bus from Santa Clara to Stanford University?

The best way to get from Santa Clara to Stanford University is to Caltrain which takes 45 min and costs $5 - $7. Alternatively, you can line 22 bus, which costs $2 - $8 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Santa Clara to Stanford University bus arrive?

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

Where does the Santa Clara to Stanford University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Santa Clara to Stanford University?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Clara to Stanford University is 15 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Santa Clara to Stanford University.

Where can I stay near Stanford University?

There are 457+ hotels available in Stanford University.

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There are 4 ways to get from Santa Clara to Stanford University by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
45 min
$5–7
Line 22 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Scott to Palo Alto Transit Centerbus Rapid 522 / ...
1h 28m
$2–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Santa Clara to Stanford Universitytaxi 14.6 mi
25 min
$50–65
Drive 14.6 mi
1. Drive from Santa Clara to Stanford Universitycar 14.6 mi
25 min
$3–4

Santa Clara to Stanford University by bus and foot

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Distance: 15.6 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

Caltrain operates a train from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $5–7 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, Santa Clara VTA operates a bus from El Camino & Scott to Palo Alto Transit Center every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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