How to Travel from
San Francisco to Mountain View
by Rideshare or Car
Two ways to Travel from San Francisco to Mountain View
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (60 km)
42 min
60 km.
from $3
Other
Rideshare
42 min
60 km.
from $3.26
Transport providers
Train operators
Caltrain
Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to Mountain
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.93–$11.48
Amtrak
Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Richmond to Martinez
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.67–$59.78
BART
Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Civic Center / UN Plaza to Walnut
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.35–$5.98
Train from Civic Center / UN Plaza to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.91–$5.33
Train from Civic Center / UN Plaza to Pleasant
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.46–$5.98
Bus operators
SamTrans
Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from Daly City BART-Bay 1 to Palo
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.23
County Connection
Bus from Walnut Creek BART to Alhambra
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.96–$2.50
Bus from Pleasant Hill BART to Pacheco
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$1.96–$2.50
WestCat
Phone:
+1 (510) 724-7993
Website:
westcat.org
Bus from Hercules Transit Center to Muir
Ave. Duration:
7 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$1.73
WestCat Lynx
Phone:
+1 510-724-7993
Website:
westcat.org/
Bus from Salesforce Transit Center Bay 31 to Hercules
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.91
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Mountain View?
The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Mountain View is to bus which costs $4.67 - $13.04 and takes 3h 24m.
What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to Mountain View?
The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Mountain View is to drive which takes 42 min and costs $6.52 - $9.78 .
Is there a direct bus between San Francisco and Mountain View?
No, there is no direct bus from San Francisco to Mountain View. However, there are services departing from Mission St & 11th St and arriving at El Camino & Castro via Daly City BART-Bay 1 and Palo Alto Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.
Is there a direct train between San Francisco and Mountain View?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Mountain View Caltrain Southbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.
How far is it from San Francisco to Mountain View?
The distance between San Francisco and Mountain View is 58 km. The road distance is 60.4 km.
How do I travel from San Francisco to Mountain View without a car?
The best way to get from San Francisco to Mountain View without a car is to Caltrain which takes 58 min and costs $7.61 - $9.78 .
How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Mountain View?
The Caltrain from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to Mountain View Caltrain Southbound takes 58 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.
Where do I catch the San Francisco to Mountain View bus from?
San Francisco to Mountain View bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Daly City BART-Bay 1 station.
Where do I catch the San Francisco to Mountain View train from?
San Francisco to Mountain View train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound station.
Train or bus from San Francisco to Mountain View?
The best way to get from San Francisco to Mountain View is to Caltrain which takes 58 min and costs $7.61 - $9.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $4.67 - $13.04 and takes 3h 24m.
Where does the San Francisco to Mountain View bus arrive?
San Francisco to Mountain View bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 station.
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Mountain View?
It is currently 07:56 at both, San Francisco and Mountain View.
Where does the San Francisco to Mountain View train arrive?
San Francisco to Mountain View train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Mountain View Caltrain Southbound station.
Can I drive from San Francisco to Mountain View?
Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Mountain View is 60 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from San Francisco to Mountain View.
Where can I stay near Mountain View?
There are 664+ hotels available in Mountain View. Prices start at $57.96 per night.
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