What is the cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Castro Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Castro Valley is to bus which costs $3 - $5 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stanford University to Castro Valley?

The fastest way to get from Stanford University to Castro Valley is to drive which takes 37 min and costs $4 - $7.

Is there a direct bus between Stanford University and Castro Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanford University to Castro Valley. However, there are services departing from Campus Oval and arriving at Fremont BART via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Stanford University and Castro Valley?

No, there is no direct train from Stanford University to Castro Valley station. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Hayward Station via Santa Clara Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Stanford University to Castro Valley?

The distance between Stanford University and Castro Valley is 31 miles. The road distance is 24.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanford University to Castro Valley without a car is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs $3 - $5.

How long does it take to get from Stanford University to Castro Valley?

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Stanford University to Castro Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanford University to Castro Valley bus from?

Stanford University to Castro Valley bus services, operated by Stanford Marguerite Shuttle, depart from Campus Oval station.

Where do I catch the Stanford University to Castro Valley train from?

Stanford University to Castro Valley train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound station.

Train or bus from Stanford University to Castro Valley?

The best way to get from Stanford University to Castro Valley is to bus which takes 1h 45m and costs $3 - $5. Alternatively, you can Caltrain and train, which costs $20 - $35 and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Stanford University to Castro Valley bus arrive?

Stanford University to Castro Valley bus services, operated by Stanford Marguerite Shuttle, arrive at Fremont BART station.

Where does the Stanford University to Castro Valley train arrive?

Stanford University to Castro Valley train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Santa Clara Caltrain Southbound station.

Can I drive from Stanford University to Castro Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanford University to Castro Valley is 25 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Stanford University to Castro Valley.

Where can I stay near Castro Valley?

There are 35+ hotels available in Castro Valley.

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There are 5 ways to get from Stanford University to Castro Valley by bus, train (Amtrak), car, taxi, or subway

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Campus Oval to Fremont BARTbus AE-F Line
1h 45m
$3–5
Caltrain, train
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound to Santa Clara Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Hayward Stationtrain Capitol Corridor
2h 27m
$20–31
Drive 24.6 mi
1. Drive from Stanford University to Castro Valleycar 24.6 mi
37 min
$5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stanford University to Castro Valleytaxi 24.6 mi
37 min
$90–110
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Daly City BART-Bay 3bus Ecr
2. Take the subway from Daly City to Castro Valleysubway Blue-N
3h 32m
$9–13

Stanford University to Castro Valley by foot, bus, and subway

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Distance: 30.9 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

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

Stanford Marguerite Shuttle operates a bus from Campus Oval to Fremont BART 4 times a day, and the journey takes 1h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Stanford University to Hayward Station via Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound and Santa Clara Amtrak in around 2h 27m.

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