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San Mateo to Stanford University

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Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Mateo Caltrain Southbound to Palo
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.49–$7.02

Bus operators

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from University Circle @ Platform South to Campus
Ave. Duration:
13 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.23
Bus from El Camino Real & 4th Ave to Palo
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.23

Stanford Marguerite Shuttle

Phone:
+1 650-723-9362
Website:
marguerite.stanford.edu
Bus from University Circle @ Platform South to Campus
Ave. Duration:
9 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Mateo to Stanford University?

The cheapest way to get from San Mateo to Stanford University is to drive which costs $2.93 - $4.35 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Mateo to Stanford University?

The fastest way to get from San Mateo to Stanford University is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs $59.78 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between San Mateo and Stanford University?

No, there is no direct bus from San Mateo to Stanford University. However, there are services departing from El Camino Real & 4th Ave and arriving at Campus Oval via University Circle @ Platform South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

Is there a direct train between San Mateo and Stanford University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Mateo Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20 min.

How far is it from San Mateo to Stanford University?

The distance between San Mateo and Stanford University is 22 km. The road distance is 26.6 km.

How do I travel from San Mateo to Stanford University without a car?

The best way to get from San Mateo to Stanford University without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 41 min and costs $4.67 - $10.33 .

How long does it take to get from San Mateo to Stanford University?

It takes approximately 41 min to get from San Mateo to Stanford University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Mateo to Stanford University bus from?

San Mateo to Stanford University bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from El Camino Real & 4th Ave station.

Where do I catch the San Mateo to Stanford University train from?

San Mateo to Stanford University train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from San Mateo Caltrain Southbound station.

Train or bus from San Mateo to Stanford University?

The best way to get from San Mateo to Stanford University is to Caltrain which takes 45 min and costs $4.67 - $5.98 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1.03 - $9.24 and takes 1h 24m.

Where does the San Mateo to Stanford University bus arrive?

San Mateo to Stanford University bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 station.

Where does the San Mateo to Stanford University train arrive?

San Mateo to Stanford University train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound station.

Can I drive from San Mateo to Stanford University?

Yes, the driving distance between San Mateo to Stanford University is 27 km. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from San Mateo to Stanford University.

Where can I stay near Stanford University?

There are 517+ hotels available in Stanford University. Prices start at $57.96 per night.
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