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How to Travel from

Alameda to San Carlos

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Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to San
Ave. Duration:
17 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.97–$6.24

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.83–$14.01
Train from 12th Street / Oakland City Center to San
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.71–$6.24

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Oakland to Redwood
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.37–$39.49

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway to El
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.22
Bus from Redwood City Caltrain-Lane B to El
Ave. Duration:
10 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.22

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Alameda to San Carlos?

The cheapest way to get from Alameda to San Carlos is to BART and bus which costs $5 - $9.78 and takes 1h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alameda to San Carlos?

The fastest way to get from Alameda to San Carlos is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $5.43 - $8.15 .

Is there a direct bus between Alameda and San Carlos?

No, there is no direct bus from Alameda to San Carlos. However, there are services departing from Oakland and arriving at El Camino Real & San Carlos Ave via Redwood City Caltrain-Lane B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Alameda and San Carlos?

No, there is no direct train from Alameda to San Carlos. However, there are services departing from 12th Street / Oakland City Center and arriving at San Carlos Caltrain Southbound via Millbrae Caltrain Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Alameda to San Carlos?

The distance between Alameda and San Carlos is 57 km. The road distance is 50.5 km.

How do I travel from Alameda to San Carlos without a car?

The best way to get from Alameda to San Carlos without a car is to BART and Caltrain which takes 1h 29m and costs $13.04 - $17.39 .

How long does it take to get from Alameda to San Carlos?

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Alameda to San Carlos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alameda to San Carlos bus from?

Alameda to San Carlos bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Oakland station.

Where do I catch the Alameda to San Carlos train from?

Alameda to San Carlos train services, operated by BART, depart from 12th Street / Oakland City Center station.

Where does the Alameda to San Carlos bus arrive?

Alameda to San Carlos bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Redwood City Station.

Where does the Alameda to San Carlos train arrive?

Alameda to San Carlos train services, operated by BART, arrive at Millbrae station.

Can I drive from Alameda to San Carlos?

Yes, the driving distance between Alameda to San Carlos is 50 km. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Alameda to San Carlos.

Where can I stay near San Carlos?

There are 535+ hotels available in San Carlos. Prices start at $57.96 per night.
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