What is the cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Alameda?

The cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Alameda is to bus and BART which costs $4 - $7 and takes 2h.

What is the fastest way to get from Stanford University to Alameda?

The fastest way to get from Stanford University to Alameda is to drive which takes 47 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct train between Stanford University and Alameda?

No, there is no direct train from Stanford University to Alameda. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound and arriving at 12th Street / Oakland City Center via Millbrae. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Stanford University to Alameda?

The distance between Stanford University and Alameda is 43 miles. The road distance is 34.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanford University to Alameda without a car is to Caltrain and BART which takes 1h 56m and costs $16 - $21.

How long does it take to get from Stanford University to Alameda?

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Stanford University to Alameda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanford University to Alameda train from?

Stanford University to Alameda train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound station.

Where does the Stanford University to Alameda train arrive?

Stanford University to Alameda train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Millbrae Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Stanford University to Alameda?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanford University to Alameda is 34 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Stanford University to Alameda.

Where can I stay near Alameda?

There are 802+ hotels available in Alameda.

Stanford University to Alameda - 5 ways to travel via Caltrain, BART, and bus

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

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Caltrain, BART
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the subway from Millbrae to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway Red-N / ...
1h 56m
$16–21
Bus, BART
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Campus Oval to Fremont BARTbus AE-F Line
2. Take the subway from Fremont to Fruitvalesubway Orange-N / ...
2h
$4–7
Drive 34.2 mi
1. Drive from Stanford University to Alamedacar 34.2 mi
47 min
$7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stanford University to Alamedataxi 34.2 mi
47 min
$120–150
Bus, BART via San Bruno
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to San Bruno BART-Bay 5bus Ecr
2. Take the subway from San Bruno to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway Yellow-N / ...
2h 43m
$6–9

Stanford University to Alameda by foot, bus, and subway

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Distance: 43.1 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Stanford University, CA, USA and Alameda, Alameda County, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Stanford University to Alameda. However, you can walk to Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound, take the train to Millbrae Caltrain Northbound, walk to Millbrae, then take the subway to 12th Street / Oakland City Center. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Stanford University to Fruitvale via Campus Oval, Fremont BART, and Fremont in around 2h.

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