What is the cheapest way to get from Stanford University to East Palo Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Stanford University to East Palo Alto is to line 281 bus which costs $2 - $3 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Stanford University to East Palo Alto?

The fastest way to get from Stanford University to East Palo Alto is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs $18 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Stanford University and East Palo Alto?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stanford Oval and arriving at University Ave & Runnymede St. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Stanford University to East Palo Alto?

The distance between Stanford University and East Palo Alto is 5 miles.

How do I travel from Stanford University to East Palo Alto without a car?

The best way to get from Stanford University to East Palo Alto without a car is to line 281 bus which takes 30 min and costs $2 - $3.

How long does it take to get from Stanford University to East Palo Alto?

The line 281 bus from Stanford Oval to University Ave & Runnymede St takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Stanford University to East Palo Alto bus from?

Stanford University to East Palo Alto bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Stanford Oval station.

Where does the Stanford University to East Palo Alto bus arrive?

Stanford University to East Palo Alto bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at University Ave & Runnymede St station.

Where can I stay near East Palo Alto?

There are 407+ hotels available in East Palo Alto.

Stanford University to East Palo Alto - 3 ways to travel via line 281 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Stanford University to East Palo Alto by bus, taxi, or foot

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Line 281 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Stanford Oval to University Ave & Runnymede Stbus 281
30 min
$2–3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stanford University to East Palo Altotaxi 4.5 mi
12 min
$18–23
Walk
1. Take the walk from Stanford University to East Palo Altowalk 3.9 mi
1h 15m

Stanford University to East Palo Alto by foot and bus

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Distance: 5.1 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Stanford University, CA, USA and East Palo Alto, CA, USA?

SamTrans operates a bus from Stanford Oval to University Ave & Runnymede St every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $2–3 and the journey takes 27 min.

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