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How to Travel from

San Francisco International Airport to 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 San
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 26m
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.16–$5.87

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from El Camino Real & Center St-Millbrae to Palo
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.60–$5.19

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco International Airport to San Jose?

The cheapest way to get from San Francisco International Airport to San Jose is to bus and line 22 bus which costs $3.15 - $9.78 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco International Airport to San Jose?

The fastest way to get from San Francisco International Airport to San Jose is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $5.98 - $9.24 .

Is there a direct bus between San Francisco International Airport and San Jose?

No, there is no direct bus from San Francisco International Airport to San Jose. However, there are services departing from El Camino Real & Center St-Millbrae and arriving at Santa Clara & Almaden Blvd via Palo Alto Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between San Francisco International Airport and San Jose?

No, there is no direct train from San Francisco International Airport to 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 International Airport to San Jose?

The distance between San Francisco International Airport and San Jose is 57 km. The road distance is 57.5 km.

How do I travel from San Francisco International Airport to San Jose without a car?

The best way to get from San Francisco International Airport to 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 International Airport to San Jose?

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from San Francisco International Airport to San Jose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Francisco International Airport to San Jose bus from?

San Francisco International Airport to San Jose bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from El Camino Real & Center St-Millbrae station.

Where do I catch the San Francisco International Airport to San Jose train from?

San Francisco International Airport to San Jose train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound station.

Train or bus from San Francisco International Airport to San Jose?

The best way to get from San Francisco International Airport to 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 $3.15 - $9.78 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the San Francisco International Airport to San Jose bus arrive?

San Francisco International Airport to San Jose bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 station.

Where does the San Francisco International Airport to San Jose train arrive?

San Francisco International Airport to San Jose train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound station.

Can I drive from San Francisco International Airport to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco International Airport to San Jose is 57 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from San Francisco International Airport to San Jose.

Where can I stay near San Jose?

There are 489+ hotels available in San Jose. Prices start at $76.96 per night.
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