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

The cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Pleasanton is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanford University to Pleasanton is to drive which takes 50 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct train between Stanford University and Pleasanton?

No, there is no direct train from Stanford University to Pleasanton station. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Pleasanton Station via Santa Clara Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Stanford University to Pleasanton?

The distance between Stanford University and Pleasanton is 32 miles. The road distance is 31 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanford University to Pleasanton without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 34m and costs $5 - $8.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Stanford University to Pleasanton, including transfers.

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

Stanford University to Pleasanton train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound station.

Where does the Stanford University to Pleasanton train arrive?

Stanford University to Pleasanton train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Santa Clara Caltrain Southbound station.

Can I drive from Stanford University to Pleasanton?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanford University to Pleasanton is 31 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Stanford University to Pleasanton.

Where can I stay near Pleasanton?

There are 151+ hotels available in Pleasanton.

Stanford University to Pleasanton - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Stanford University to Pleasanton by bus, train, car, taxi, or subway

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Campus Oval to ACE Stationbus AE-F Line
2. Take the train from Fremont Station to Pleasanton Stationtrain Ace
2h 34m
$5–8
Caltrain, train
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound to Santa Clara Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the train from Santa Clara Station to Pleasanton Stationtrain Ace
2h 40m
$12–19
Drive 30.8 mi
1. Drive from Stanford University to Pleasantoncar 30.8 mi
50 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stanford University to Pleasantontaxi 30.8 mi
50 min
$100–130
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Daly City BART-Bay 3bus Ecr
2. Take the subway from Daly City to Dublin / Pleasantonsubway Blue-N
4h 18m
$12–16

Stanford University to Pleasanton by foot, bus, and train

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2h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 31.4 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

You can take a vehicle from Stanford University to Pleasanton Station via Stanford Oval, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 5, Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound, and Santa Clara Station in around 2h 40m.

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