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

The cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Oakland is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanford University to Oakland is to drive which takes 47 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct train between Stanford University and Oakland?

No, there is no direct train from Stanford University to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound and arriving at 12th Street / Oakland City Center via Millbrae. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Stanford University to Oakland?

The distance between Stanford University and Oakland is 44 miles. The road distance is 35.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanford University to Oakland without a car is to Caltrain and BART which takes 2h 1m and costs $16 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Stanford University to Oakland, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Stanford University to Oakland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stanford University to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanford University to Oakland is 36 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Stanford University to Oakland.

Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 803+ hotels available in Oakland.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Stanford University to Oakland 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 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway Red-N / ...
2h 1m
$16–23
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 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway Yellow-N / ...
2h 51m
$6–11
Drive 35.7 mi
1. Drive from Stanford University to Oaklandcar 35.7 mi
47 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stanford University to Oaklandtaxi 35.7 mi
47 min
$130–160

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

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Distance: 44 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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

There is no direct connection from Stanford University to Oakland. 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 12th Street / Oakland City Center. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Stanford University to 12th Street / Oakland City Center via On Santa Teresa Street @ Thornton Center, University Circle @ Caltrain Platform, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9, San Bruno BART-Bay 5, and San Bruno in around 2h 51m.

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