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Two ways to Travel from Mountain View to San Carlos
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Cheapest
By car (26 km)
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Transport providers
Train operators
Caltrain
Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Mountain View Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.49–$7.02
Bus operators
Santa Clara VTA
Phone:
+1 408-321-2300
Website:
vta.org
Bus from El Camino & Castro to Palo
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.16–$5.88
SamTrans
Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to El
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.24
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Mountain View to San Carlos?
The cheapest way to get from Mountain View to San Carlos is to line 22 bus and bus which costs $1.96 - $9.78 and takes 1h 8m.
What is the fastest way to get from Mountain View to San Carlos?
The fastest way to get from Mountain View to San Carlos is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs $59.78 - $76.09 .
Is there a direct bus between Mountain View and San Carlos?
No, there is no direct bus from Mountain View to San Carlos. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Castro and arriving at El Camino Real & San Carlos Ave via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.
Is there a direct train between Mountain View and San Carlos?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mountain View Caltrain Northbound and arriving at San Carlos Caltrain Northbound. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.
How far is it from Mountain View to San Carlos?
The distance between Mountain View and San Carlos is 21 km. The road distance is 26.8 km.
How do I travel from Mountain View to San Carlos without a car?
The best way to get from Mountain View to San Carlos without a car is to Caltrain which takes 20 min and costs $4.67 - $5.98 .
How long does it take to get from Mountain View to San Carlos?
The Caltrain from Mountain View Caltrain Northbound to San Carlos Caltrain Northbound takes 20 min including transfers and departs hourly.
Where do I catch the Mountain View to San Carlos bus from?
Mountain View to San Carlos bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from El Camino & Castro station.
Where do I catch the Mountain View to San Carlos train from?
Mountain View to San Carlos train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Mountain View Caltrain Northbound station.
Train or bus from Mountain View to San Carlos?
The best way to get from Mountain View to San Carlos is to Caltrain which takes 20 min and costs $4.67 - $5.98 . Alternatively, you can line 22 bus and bus, which costs $1.96 - $9.78 and takes 1h 8m.
Where does the Mountain View to San Carlos bus arrive?
Mountain View to San Carlos bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Palo Alto Transit Center station.
Where does the Mountain View to San Carlos train arrive?
Mountain View to San Carlos train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Carlos Caltrain Northbound station.
Can I drive from Mountain View to San Carlos?
Yes, the driving distance between Mountain View to San Carlos is 27 km. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Mountain View 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.