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Two ways to Travel from San Francisco to San Mateo
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Transport providers
Train operators
Caltrain
Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to San
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.25–$8.29
Bus operators
SamTrans
Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from 10th St & Howard St to S
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.23
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to San Mateo?
The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to San Mateo is to line 292 bus which costs $1.03 - $4.46 and takes 1h 37m.
What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to San Mateo?
The fastest way to get from San Francisco to San Mateo is to drive which takes 21 min and costs $3.37 - $5 .
Is there a direct bus between San Francisco and San Mateo?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 10th St & Howard St and arriving at S Delaware St & Cypress Ave. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 37m.
Is there a direct train between San Francisco and San Mateo?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound and arriving at San Mateo Caltrain Southbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.
How far is it from San Francisco to San Mateo?
The distance between San Francisco and San Mateo is 28 km. The road distance is 30.5 km.
How do I travel from San Francisco to San Mateo without a car?
The best way to get from San Francisco to San Mateo without a car is to Caltrain which takes 28 min and costs $5.33 - $7.07 .
How long does it take to get from San Francisco to San Mateo?
The Caltrain from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to San Mateo Caltrain Southbound takes 28 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.
Where do I catch the San Francisco to San Mateo bus from?
San Francisco to San Mateo bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from 10th St & Howard St station.
Where do I catch the San Francisco to San Mateo train from?
San Francisco to San Mateo train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound station.
Train or bus from San Francisco to San Mateo?
The best way to get from San Francisco to San Mateo is to Caltrain which takes 28 min and costs $5.33 - $7.07 . Alternatively, you can line 292 bus, which costs $1.03 - $4.46 and takes 1h 37m.
Where does the San Francisco to San Mateo bus arrive?
San Francisco to San Mateo bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at S Delaware St & Cypress Ave station.
Where does the San Francisco to San Mateo train arrive?
San Francisco to San Mateo train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Mateo Caltrain Southbound station.
Can I drive from San Francisco to San Mateo?
Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to San Mateo is 31 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from San Francisco to San Mateo.
Where can I stay near San Mateo?
There are 461+ hotels available in San Mateo. Prices start at $57.96 per night.
