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

The cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Orinda is to drive which costs $7 - $11 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanford University to Orinda is to drive which takes 53 min and costs $7 - $11.

Is there a direct train between Stanford University and Orinda?

No, there is no direct train from Stanford University to Orinda. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Orinda via King St & 4th St and Embarcadero. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Stanford University to Orinda?

The distance between Stanford University and Orinda is 50 miles. The road distance is 41.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanford University to Orinda without a car is to Caltrain and BART which takes 2h 14m and costs $13 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Stanford University to Orinda, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Stanford University to Orinda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stanford University to Orinda?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanford University to Orinda is 41 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Stanford University to Orinda.

Where can I stay near Orinda?

There are 667+ hotels available in Orinda.

Stanford University to Orinda - 5 ways to travel via Caltrain, BART, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Stanford University to Orinda 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 Orindasubway Yellow-N
2h 14m
$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 Orindasubway Yellow-N
2h 57m
$8–14
Drive 41.1 mi
1. Drive from Stanford University to Orindacar 41.1 mi
53 min
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stanford University to Orindataxi 41.1 mi
53 min
$150–180
Bus, BART via Embarcadero
1. Take the bus from Winslow St & Broadway St to Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37bus Epx
2. Take the subway from Embarcadero to Orindasubway Yellow-N
3h 9m
$8–15

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

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Distance: 49.3 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

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

There is no direct connection from Stanford University to Orinda. 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 Orinda. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Stanford University to Orinda 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 2h 57m.

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