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

The cheapest way to get from Sunnyvale to San Mateo is to drive which costs $4 - $6 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunnyvale to San Mateo is to drive which takes 26 min and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Sunnyvale and San Mateo?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunnyvale to San Mateo. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Mathilda and arriving at El Camino Real & E 5th Ave via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Sunnyvale and San Mateo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound and arriving at San Mateo Caltrain Northbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Sunnyvale to San Mateo?

The distance between Sunnyvale and San Mateo is 21 miles. The road distance is 22.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to San Mateo without a car is to Caltrain which takes 35 min and costs $6 - $8.

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

The Caltrain from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to San Mateo Caltrain Northbound takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Sunnyvale to San Mateo bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from El Camino & Mathilda station.

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

Sunnyvale to San Mateo train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound station.

Train or bus from Sunnyvale to San Mateo?

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to San Mateo is to Caltrain which takes 35 min and costs $6 - $8. Alternatively, you can line 22 bus and bus, which costs $4 - $8 and takes 1h 38m.

Where does the Sunnyvale to San Mateo bus arrive?

Sunnyvale to San Mateo bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Palo Alto Transit Center station.

Where does the Sunnyvale to San Mateo train arrive?

Sunnyvale to San Mateo train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Mateo Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Sunnyvale to San Mateo?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunnyvale to San Mateo is 23 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Sunnyvale to San Mateo.

Where can I stay near San Mateo?

There are 429+ hotels available in San Mateo.

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

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

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Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to San Mateo Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
35 min
$6–8
Line 22 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Mathilda to Palo Alto Transit Centerbus 22
2. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to El Camino Real & E 5th Avebus Ecr / ...
1h 38m
$4–8
Drive 22.5 mi
1. Drive from Sunnyvale to San Mateocar 22.5 mi
26 min
$5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sunnyvale to San Mateotaxi 22.5 mi
26 min
$80–100

Sunnyvale to San Mateo by train

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Distance: 21 mi
Duration: 35 min

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

Caltrain operates a train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to San Mateo Caltrain Northbound every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6–8 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Camino & Mathilda to El Camino Real & E 5th Ave via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 in around 1h 38m.

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