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How to get fromSanta Cruz to Stanfordby bus, train, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Cruz to Stanford by bus, train, car, or taxi

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  1. Bus, Caltrain

    best
    1. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Stationbus bus 17
    2. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Northboundtrain train Local Weekday / ...
    2h
    $15–21

  2. Drive 40.1 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Santa Cruz to Stanfordcar car 40.1 mi
    56 min
    $8–11

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Santa Cruz to Stanfordtaxi taxi 40.1 mi
    56 min
    $130–170

Santa Cruz to Stanford by bus and train

Calendar276Weekly Services
Duration2hAverage Duration
Ticket$15Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 49.1 mi
  • Duration: 2h

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

There is no direct connection from Santa Cruz to Stanford. However, you can take the bus to Diridon Station, walk to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound, take the train to Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound, walk to University Circle @ Caltrain Platform, then take the bus to On Campus Drive @ Munger Graduate Residence. Alternatively, you can drive from Santa Cruz to Stanford in around 56 min.

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