What is the cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Pier 39?

The cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Pier 39 is to bus and line 28 bus which costs $4 - $9 and takes 3h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stanford University to Pier 39?

The fastest way to get from Stanford University to Pier 39 is to drive which takes 49 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Stanford University and Pier 39?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanford University to Pier 39. However, there are services departing from Stanford Oval and arriving at Powell St & Beach St via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 and Daly City BART Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Stanford University to Pier 39?

The distance between Stanford University and Pier 39 is 36 miles. The road distance is 35.7 miles.

How do I travel from Stanford University to Pier 39 without a car?

The best way to get from Stanford University to Pier 39 without a car is to Caltrain and line 30 bus which takes 2h 7m and costs $9 - $14.

How long does it take to get from Stanford University to Pier 39?

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from Stanford University to Pier 39, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanford University to Pier 39 bus from?

Stanford University to Pier 39 bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 station.

Where does the Stanford University to Pier 39 bus arrive?

Stanford University to Pier 39 bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Daly City BART-Bay 3 station.

Can I drive from Stanford University to Pier 39?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanford University to Pier 39 is 36 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Stanford University to Pier 39.

Where can I stay near Pier 39?

There are 808+ hotels available in Pier 39.

Stanford University to Pier 39 - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, and line 30 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Stanford University to Pier 39 by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Caltrain, line 30 bus
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the bus from Townsend St & Lusk St to Columbus Ave & Francisco Stbus 30 / ...
2h 7m
$9–13
Bus, line 28 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Daly City BART-Bay 3bus Ecr
2. Take the bus from Daly City BART Station to Powell St & Beach Stbus 28
3h 41m
$4–8
Drive 35.5 mi
1. Drive from Stanford University to Pier 39car 35.5 mi
49 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stanford University to Pier 39taxi 35.5 mi
49 min
$130–160

Stanford University to Pier 39 by foot, bus, and train

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2h 7mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 35.4 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between Stanford University, CA, USA and Pier 39, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Stanford University to Pier 39 via Stanford Oval, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 5, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9, Daly City BART Station, and Powell St & Beach St in around 3h 41m.

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