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How to Travel from

San Francisco Airport to Downtown San Jose

by Rideshare, Route or Car

San Francisco Airport
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Downtown San Jose
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San Francisco Airport
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Downtown San Jose
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Three ways to Travel from San Francisco Airport to Downtown San Jose

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Transport providers

Other operators

Jayride

Phone:
+61 2 8520 3150
Website:
jayride.com/
Other from San Francisco Airport to Downtown
Estimated price:
$165.84–$242.38

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to San
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.93–$11.48

Bus operators

Santa Clara VTA

Phone:
+1 408-321-2300
Website:
vta.org
Bus from Palo Alto Transit Center to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.16–$5.87

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway to Palo
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.23

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Downtown San Jose?

The cheapest way to get from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Downtown San Jose is to drive which costs $5.98 - $9.78 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Downtown San Jose?

The fastest way to get from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Downtown San Jose is to drive which takes 39 min and costs $5.98 - $9.78 .

Is there a direct train between San Francisco Airport (SFO) and Downtown San Jose?

No, there is no direct train from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Downtown San Jose. However, there are services departing from San Francisco International Airport and arriving at San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound via Millbrae Caltrain Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Downtown San Jose?

The distance between San Francisco Airport (SFO) and Downtown San Jose is 57 km. The road distance is 58.3 km.

How do I travel from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Downtown San Jose without a car?

The best way to get from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Downtown San Jose without a car is to Caltrain which takes 1h 14m and costs $14.13 - $18.48 .

How long does it take to get from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Downtown San Jose?

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Downtown San Jose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Downtown San Jose train from?

San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Downtown San Jose train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound station.

Train, bus or fly from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Downtown San Jose?

The best way to get from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Downtown San Jose is to Caltrain which takes 1h 14m and costs $14.13 - $18.48 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 22 bus, which costs $8.70 - $18.48 and takes 3h 26m. There are no good options to train between San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Downtown San Jose.

Where does the San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Downtown San Jose train arrive?

San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Downtown San Jose train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound station.

Can I drive from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Downtown San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Downtown San Jose is 58 km. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to Downtown San Jose.

Where can I stay near Downtown San Jose?

There are 449+ hotels available in Downtown San Jose. Prices start at $73.70 per night.
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