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

The cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Berkeley is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanford University to Berkeley is to drive which takes 55 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Stanford University and Berkeley?

No, there is no direct train from Stanford University to Berkeley. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Downtown Berkeley via Millbrae. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Stanford University to Berkeley?

The distance between Stanford University and Berkeley is 49 miles. The road distance is 41.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanford University to Berkeley without a car is to Caltrain and BART which takes 2h 14m and costs $16 - $25.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Stanford University to Berkeley, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Stanford University to Berkeley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stanford University to Berkeley?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanford University to Berkeley is 41 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Stanford University to Berkeley.

Where can I stay near Berkeley?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Stanford University to Berkeley 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 Downtown Berkeleysubway Red-N
2h 14m
$16–24
Drive 40.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stanford University to Berkeleycar 40.8 mi
55 min
$8–11
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Millbrae Transit Center- Bay G1bus Ecr / ...
2. Take the subway from Millbrae to Downtown Berkeleysubway Red-N
3h 7m
$13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stanford University to Berkeleytaxi 40.8 mi
55 min
$150–180

Stanford University to Berkeley by foot, bus, train, and subway

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Distance: 48.7 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

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

There is no direct connection from Stanford University to Berkeley. However, you can walk to Stanford Oval, take the bus to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 5, walk to Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound, take the train to Millbrae Caltrain Northbound, walk to Millbrae, then take the subway to Downtown Berkeley. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Stanford University to Downtown Berkeley via On Santa Teresa Street @ Thornton Center, University Circle @ Caltrain Platform, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9, Millbrae Transit Center- Bay G1, and Millbrae in around 3h 7m.

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