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Two ways to Travel from San Mateo to South San Francisco
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Transport providers
Train operators
Caltrain
Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Mateo Caltrain Northbound to South
Ave. Duration:
13 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.85–$6.00
Bus operators
SamTrans
Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from El Camino Real & E 5th Ave to San
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.23
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from San Mateo to South San Francisco?
The cheapest way to get from San Mateo to South San Francisco is to drive which costs $1.74 - $2.61 and takes 11 min.
What is the fastest way to get from San Mateo to South San Francisco?
The fastest way to get from San Mateo to South San Francisco is to taxi which takes 11 min and costs $39.13 - $46.74 .
Is there a direct bus between San Mateo and South San Francisco?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from El Camino Real & E 5th Ave and arriving at San Bruno BART-Bay 5. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.
Is there a direct train between San Mateo and South San Francisco?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Mateo Caltrain Northbound and arriving at South San Francisco Caltrain Northbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13 min.
How far is it from San Mateo to South San Francisco?
The distance between San Mateo and South San Francisco is 14 km. The road distance is 15.9 km.
How do I travel from San Mateo to South San Francisco without a car?
The best way to get from San Mateo to South San Francisco without a car is to Caltrain which takes 13 min and costs $4.13 - $5.11 .
How long does it take to get from San Mateo to South San Francisco?
The Caltrain from San Mateo Caltrain Northbound to South San Francisco Caltrain Northbound takes 13 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.
Where do I catch the San Mateo to South San Francisco bus from?
San Mateo to South San Francisco bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from El Camino Real & E 5th Ave station.
Where do I catch the San Mateo to South San Francisco train from?
San Mateo to South San Francisco train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from San Mateo Caltrain Northbound station.
Train or bus from San Mateo to South San Francisco?
The best way to get from San Mateo to South San Francisco is to Caltrain which takes 13 min and costs $4.13 - $5.11 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1.03 - $4.46 and takes 37 min.
Where does the San Mateo to South San Francisco bus arrive?
San Mateo to South San Francisco bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at San Bruno BART-Bay 5 station.
Where does the San Mateo to South San Francisco train arrive?
San Mateo to South San Francisco train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at South San Francisco Caltrain Northbound station.
Can I drive from San Mateo to South San Francisco?
Yes, the driving distance between San Mateo to South San Francisco is 16 km. It takes approximately 11 min to drive from San Mateo to South San Francisco.
Where can I stay near South San Francisco?
There are 839+ hotels available in South San Francisco. Prices start at $54.04 per night.
