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Two ways to Travel from San Mateo to San Jose
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By car (48 km)
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Transport providers
Train operators
Caltrain
Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Mateo Caltrain Southbound to San
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.29–$10.21
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 & 4th Ave to Palo
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.23
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from San Mateo to San Jose?
The cheapest way to get from San Mateo to San Jose is to bus and line 22 bus which costs $1.96 - $9.78 and takes 2h 34m.
What is the fastest way to get from San Mateo to San Jose?
The fastest way to get from San Mateo to San Jose is to drive which takes 33 min and costs $5.43 - $8.15 .
Is there a direct bus between San Mateo and San Jose?
No, there is no direct bus from San Mateo to San Jose. However, there are services departing from El Camino Real & 4th Ave and arriving at Santa Clara & Almaden Blvd via Palo Alto Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.
Is there a direct train between San Mateo and San Jose?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Mateo Caltrain Southbound and arriving at San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.
How far is it from San Mateo to San Jose?
The distance between San Mateo and San Jose is 47 km. The road distance is 48.9 km.
How do I travel from San Mateo to San Jose without a car?
The best way to get from San Mateo to San Jose without a car is to Caltrain which takes 48 min and costs $7.07 - $8.70 .
How long does it take to get from San Mateo to San Jose?
The Caltrain from San Mateo Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound takes 48 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.
Where do I catch the San Mateo to San Jose bus from?
San Mateo to San Jose bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from El Camino Real & 4th Ave station.
Where do I catch the San Mateo to San Jose train from?
San Mateo to San Jose train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from San Mateo Caltrain Southbound station.
Train or bus from San Mateo to San Jose?
The best way to get from San Mateo to San Jose is to Caltrain which takes 48 min and costs $7.07 - $8.70 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 22 bus, which costs $1.96 - $9.78 and takes 2h 34m.
Where does the San Mateo to San Jose bus arrive?
San Mateo to San Jose bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 station.
Where does the San Mateo to San Jose train arrive?
San Mateo to San Jose train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound station.
Can I drive from San Mateo to San Jose?
Yes, the driving distance between San Mateo to San Jose is 49 km. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from San Mateo 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.
