What is the cheapest way to get from Sunnyvale to South San Francisco?

The cheapest way to get from Sunnyvale to South San Francisco is to drive which costs $5 - $9 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunnyvale to South San Francisco?

The fastest way to get from Sunnyvale to South San Francisco is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $5 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Sunnyvale and South San Francisco?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunnyvale to South San Francisco. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Mathilda and arriving at San Bruno BART-Bay 5 via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Sunnyvale and South San Francisco?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound and arriving at South San Francisco Caltrain Northbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Sunnyvale to South San Francisco?

The distance between Sunnyvale and South San Francisco is 30 miles. The road distance is 31 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to South San Francisco without a car is to Caltrain which takes 48 min and costs $7 - $9.

How long does it take to get from Sunnyvale to South San Francisco?

The Caltrain from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to South San Francisco Caltrain Northbound takes 48 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Sunnyvale to South San Francisco bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Sunnyvale to South San Francisco train from?

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

Train or bus from Sunnyvale to South San Francisco?

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to South San Francisco is to Caltrain which takes 48 min and costs $7 - $9. Alternatively, you can line 22 bus and bus, which costs $4 - $9 and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Sunnyvale to South San Francisco bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sunnyvale to South San Francisco train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sunnyvale to South San Francisco?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunnyvale to South San Francisco is 31 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Sunnyvale to South San Francisco.

Where can I stay near South San Francisco?

There are 747+ hotels available in South San Francisco.

Sunnyvale to South San Francisco - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain

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

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Caltrain
best
1. Take the train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to South San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
48 min
$7–9
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 San Bruno BART-Bay 5bus Ecr
2h 21m
$4–9
Drive 30.8 mi
1. Drive from Sunnyvale to South San Franciscocar 30.8 mi
34 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sunnyvale to South San Franciscotaxi 30.8 mi
34 min
$110–140

Sunnyvale to South San Francisco by train

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Distance: 29.6 mi
Duration: 48 min

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

Caltrain operates a train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to South San Francisco Caltrain Northbound every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $7–9 and the journey takes 48 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Camino & Mathilda to San Bruno BART-Bay 5 via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 in around 2h 21m.

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