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Two ways to Travel from South San Francisco to San Jose
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By car (61 km)
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Transport providers
Train operators
Caltrain
Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from South San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.57–$12.12
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 San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway to Palo
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.23
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from South San Francisco to San Jose?
The cheapest way to get from South San Francisco to San Jose is to bus and line 22 bus which costs $1.96 - $9.78 and takes 3h 11m.
What is the fastest way to get from South San Francisco to San Jose?
The fastest way to get from South San Francisco to San Jose is to drive which takes 40 min and costs $6.52 - $10.33 .
Is there a direct bus between South San Francisco and San Jose?
No, there is no direct bus from South San Francisco to San Jose. However, there are services departing from San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway and arriving at Santa Clara & Almaden Blvd via Palo Alto Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.
Is there a direct train between South San Francisco and San Jose?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from South San Francisco Caltrain Southbound and arriving at San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.
How far is it from South San Francisco to San Jose?
The distance between South San Francisco and San Jose is 61 km. The road distance is 61.5 km.
How do I travel from South San Francisco to San Jose without a car?
The best way to get from South San Francisco to San Jose without a car is to Caltrain which takes 1h 1m and costs $8.15 - $10.33 .
How long does it take to get from South San Francisco to San Jose?
The Caltrain from South San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.
Where do I catch the South San Francisco to San Jose bus from?
South San Francisco to San Jose bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway station.
Where do I catch the South San Francisco to San Jose train from?
South San Francisco to San Jose train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from South San Francisco Caltrain Southbound station.
Train or bus from South San Francisco to San Jose?
The best way to get from South San Francisco to San Jose is to Caltrain which takes 1h 1m and costs $8.15 - $10.33 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 22 bus, which costs $1.96 - $9.78 and takes 3h 11m.
Where does the South San Francisco to San Jose bus arrive?
South San Francisco to San Jose bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 station.
Where does the South San Francisco to San Jose train arrive?
South San Francisco to San Jose train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound station.
Can I drive from South San Francisco to San Jose?
Yes, the driving distance between South San Francisco to San Jose is 61 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from South San Francisco 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.
