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

The cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Sunnyvale is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanford University to Sunnyvale is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $30 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Stanford University and Sunnyvale?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanford University to Sunnyvale. However, there are services departing from Stanford Oval and arriving at El Camino & Mathilda via Palo Alto Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Stanford University and Sunnyvale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Sunnyvale Caltrain Southbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14 min.

How far is it from Stanford University to Sunnyvale?

The distance between Stanford University and Sunnyvale is 10 miles. The road distance is 9.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanford University to Sunnyvale without a car is to Caltrain which takes 39 min and costs $4 - $6.

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

The Caltrain from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound to Sunnyvale Caltrain Southbound takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Stanford University to Sunnyvale bus from?

Stanford University to Sunnyvale bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Palo Alto Transit Center station.

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

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

Train or bus from Stanford University to Sunnyvale?

The best way to get from Stanford University to Sunnyvale is to Caltrain which takes 39 min and costs $4 - $6. Alternatively, you can line 22 bus, which costs $2 - $8 and takes 1h 4m.

Where does the Stanford University to Sunnyvale bus arrive?

Stanford University to Sunnyvale bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at El Camino & Mathilda station.

Where does the Stanford University to Sunnyvale train arrive?

Stanford University to Sunnyvale train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Sunnyvale Caltrain Southbound station.

Can I drive from Stanford University to Sunnyvale?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanford University to Sunnyvale is 9 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Stanford University to Sunnyvale.

Where can I stay near Sunnyvale?

There are 558+ hotels available in Sunnyvale.

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

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Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound to Sunnyvale Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
39 min
$4–6
Line 22 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Center to El Camino & Mathildabus 22
1h 4m
$2–7
Bus, Caltrain
1. Take the bus from Stanford Oval to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 5bus 281
2. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound to Sunnyvale Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
43 min
$4–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stanford University to Sunnyvaletaxi 9 mi
18 min
$30–40
Drive 9 mi
1. Drive from Stanford University to Sunnyvalecar 9 mi
18 min
$2–3

Stanford University to Sunnyvale by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 10 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

Caltrain operates a train from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound to Sunnyvale Caltrain Southbound every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, Santa Clara VTA operates a bus from Palo Alto Transit Center to El Camino & Mathilda every 20 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 41 min.

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