What is the cheapest way to get from Sunnyvale to San Jose?

The cheapest way to get from Sunnyvale to San Jose is to drive which costs $1 - $3 and takes 16 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunnyvale to San Jose?

The fastest way to get from Sunnyvale to San Jose is to Caltrain which takes 14 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Sunnyvale and San Jose?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from El Camino & Sunnyvale-Saratoga and arriving at Santa Clara & Almaden Blvd. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

Is there a direct train between Sunnyvale and San Jose?

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

How far is it from Sunnyvale to San Jose?

The distance between Sunnyvale and San Jose is 8 miles. The road distance is 9 miles.

How do I travel from Sunnyvale to San Jose without a car?

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to San Jose without a car is to Caltrain which takes 14 min and costs $4 - $6.

How long does it take to get from Sunnyvale to San Jose?

The Caltrain from Sunnyvale Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound takes 14 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Sunnyvale to San Jose bus from?

Sunnyvale to San Jose bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from El Camino & Sunnyvale-Saratoga station.

Where do I catch the Sunnyvale to San Jose train from?

Sunnyvale to San Jose train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Sunnyvale Caltrain Southbound station.

Train or bus from Sunnyvale to San Jose?

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to San Jose is to Caltrain which takes 14 min and costs $4 - $6. Alternatively, you can line 22 bus, which costs $2 - $5 and takes 44 min.

Where does the Sunnyvale to San Jose bus arrive?

Sunnyvale to San Jose bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Santa Clara & Almaden Blvd station.

Where does the Sunnyvale to San Jose train arrive?

Sunnyvale to San Jose train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound station.

Can I drive from Sunnyvale to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunnyvale to San Jose is 9 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Sunnyvale to San Jose.

Where can I stay near San Jose?

There are 442+ hotels available in San Jose.

Sunnyvale to San Jose - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, line 22 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Sunnyvale to San Jose by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
14 min
$4–6
Line 22 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Sunnyvale-Saratoga to Santa Clara & Almaden Blvdbus Rapid 522 / ...
44 min
$2–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sunnyvale to San Josetaxi 9 mi
16 min
$30–40
Drive 9 mi
1. Drive from Sunnyvale to San Josecar 9 mi
16 min
$2–3

Sunnyvale to San Jose by train

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Distance: 8.1 mi
Duration: 14 min

What companies run services between Sunnyvale, CA, USA and San Jose, CA, USA?

Caltrain operates a train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $4–6 and the journey takes 14 min. Alternatively, Santa Clara VTA operates a bus from El Camino & Sunnyvale-Saratoga to Santa Clara & Almaden Blvd every 10 minutes. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 44 min.

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