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

The cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Lafayette is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanford University to Lafayette is to drive which takes 58 min and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct train between Stanford University and Lafayette?

No, there is no direct train from Stanford University to Lafayette. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Lafayette via King St & 4th St and Embarcadero. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Stanford University to Lafayette?

The distance between Stanford University and Lafayette is 53 miles. The road distance is 45.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanford University to Lafayette without a car is to Caltrain and BART which takes 2h 18m and costs $13 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Stanford University to Lafayette, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Stanford University to Lafayette train arrive?

Stanford University to Lafayette train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Francisco Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Stanford University to Lafayette?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanford University to Lafayette is 46 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Stanford University to Lafayette.

Where can I stay near Lafayette?

There are 316+ hotels available in Lafayette.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Stanford University to Lafayette by train, subway, bus, car, or taxi

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Caltrain, BART
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the subway from Embarcadero to Lafayettesubway Yellow-N
2h 18m
$13–19
Bus, BART
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to San Bruno BART-Bay 5bus Ecr
2. Take the subway from San Bruno to Lafayettesubway Yellow-N
3h 1m
$8–15
Drive 45.5 mi
1. Drive from Stanford University to Lafayettecar 45.5 mi
58 min
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stanford University to Lafayettetaxi 45.5 mi
58 min
$150–190

Stanford University to Lafayette by foot, bus, train, tram, and subway

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Distance: 52.9 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

There is no direct connection from Stanford University to Lafayette. 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 San Francisco Caltrain Northbound, walk to King St & 4th St, take the vehicle to Metro Embarcadero Station, walk to Embarcadero, then take the subway to Lafayette. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Stanford University to Lafayette via Stanford Oval, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 5, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9, San Bruno BART-Bay 5, and San Bruno in around 3h 1m.

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