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

The cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Aptos is to drive which costs $8 - $13 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanford University to Aptos is to drive which takes 1h and costs $8 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Stanford University and Aptos?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanford University to Aptos. However, there are services departing from Stanford Oval and arriving at Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd via Palo Alto Transit Center, Santa Clara & 1st, Diridon Station and Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Stanford University to Aptos?

The distance between Stanford University and Aptos is 59 miles. The road distance is 47.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanford University to Aptos without a car is to Caltrain and bus and line 2 bus which takes 2h 45m and costs $17 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Stanford University to Aptos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanford University to Aptos bus from?

Stanford University to Aptos bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Palo Alto Transit Center station.

Where does the Stanford University to Aptos bus arrive?

Stanford University to Aptos bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Santa Clara & 1st station.

Can I drive from Stanford University to Aptos?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanford University to Aptos is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Stanford University to Aptos.

Where can I stay near Aptos?

There are 153+ hotels available in Aptos.

Stanford University to Aptos - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Stanford University to Aptos by train, bus, car, taxi, or bus (Amtrak)

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Caltrain, bus, line 2 bus
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
3. Take the bus from Front & Soquel Ave to Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rdbus 2 / ...
2h 45m
$17–31
Drive 47.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stanford University to Aptoscar 47.4 mi
1h
$9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stanford University to Aptostaxi 47.4 mi
1h
$160–200
Line 22 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Center to Santa Clara & 1stbus 22 / ...
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
3h 45m
$14–29

Stanford University to Aptos by foot, bus, and train

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2h 45mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 58.9 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

You can take a vehicle from Stanford University to Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd via Stanford Oval, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 5, Palo Alto Transit Center, Santa Clara & 1st, San Jose Diridon, Diridon Station, Soquel Ave & Front, and Front & Soquel Ave in around 3h 45m.

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