What is the cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Boulder Creek?

The cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Boulder Creek is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Stanford University to Boulder Creek?

The fastest way to get from Stanford University to Boulder Creek is to drive which takes 57 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Stanford University and Boulder Creek?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanford University to Boulder Creek. However, there are services departing from Stanford Oval and arriving at Hwy 9 & Middleton Ave via Palo Alto Transit Center, Santa Clara & 1st, Diridon Station and Cavallaro Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Stanford University to Boulder Creek?

The distance between Stanford University and Boulder Creek is 56 miles. The road distance is 32.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanford University to Boulder Creek without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 2h 51m and costs $13 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Stanford University to Boulder Creek?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Stanford University to Boulder Creek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanford University to Boulder Creek bus from?

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

Where does the Stanford University to Boulder Creek bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stanford University to Boulder Creek?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanford University to Boulder Creek is 33 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Stanford University to Boulder Creek.

Where can I stay near Boulder Creek?

There are 139+ hotels available in Boulder Creek.

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

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

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Caltrain, 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 Cavallaro Transit Centerbus 17
3. Take the bus from Cavallaro Transit Center to Hwy 9 & Middleton Avebus 35X / ...
2h 51m
$13–22
Drive 32.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stanford University to Boulder Creekcar 32.4 mi
57 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stanford University to Boulder Creektaxi 32.4 mi
57 min
$110–140
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 Cavallaro Transit Centerbus 17
3h 51m
$10–20

Stanford University to Boulder Creek by foot, bus, and train

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2h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 55.3 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a vehicle from Stanford University to Hwy 9 & Middleton Ave via Stanford Oval, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 5, Palo Alto Transit Center, Santa Clara & 1st, San Jose Diridon, Diridon Station, and Cavallaro Transit Center in around 3h 51m.

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