What is the cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Walnut Creek?

The cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Walnut Creek is to drive which costs $8 - $12 and takes 1h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stanford University to Walnut Creek?

The fastest way to get from Stanford University to Walnut Creek is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs $8 - $12.

Is there a direct train between Stanford University and Walnut Creek?

No, there is no direct train from Stanford University to Walnut Creek. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Walnut Creek via King St & 4th St and Embarcadero. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Stanford University to Walnut Creek?

The distance between Stanford University and Walnut Creek is 57 miles. The road distance is 44.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanford University to Walnut Creek without a car is to Caltrain and BART which takes 2h 23m and costs $14 - $21.

How long does it take to get from Stanford University to Walnut Creek?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Stanford University to Walnut Creek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanford University to Walnut Creek train from?

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

Where does the Stanford University to Walnut Creek train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stanford University to Walnut Creek?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanford University to Walnut Creek is 44 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Stanford University to Walnut Creek.

Where can I stay near Walnut Creek?

There are 341+ hotels available in Walnut Creek.

Stanford University to Walnut Creek - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, and BART

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There are 4 ways to get from Stanford University to Walnut Creek 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 Walnut Creeksubway Yellow-N
2h 23m
$14–20
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 Walnut Creeksubway Yellow-N
3h 6m
$9–16
Drive 44.2 mi
1. Drive from Stanford University to Walnut Creekcar 44.2 mi
1h 4m
$9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stanford University to Walnut Creektaxi 44.2 mi
1h 4m
$150–180

Stanford University to Walnut Creek by foot, bus, train, tram, and subway

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Distance: 56.3 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

There is no direct connection from Stanford University to Walnut Creek. 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 Walnut Creek. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Stanford University to Walnut Creek 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 3h 6m.

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