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Three ways to Travel from Stanford University to Ames Research Center

Composite routes from Stanford University to Ames Research Center

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17 min
Car
15 km.
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1 h 35 min
Bus, Train
9 km.
from $11.25
1 h 55 min
8 km.
from $5.46

Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound to Mountain
Ave. Duration:
10 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.21–$5.23

Bus operators

Santa Clara VTA

Phone:
+1 408-321-2300
Website:
vta.org
Train from Mountain View Station to Bayshore
Ave. Duration:
6 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.12–$2.79
Bus from Mountain View Transit Center to South
Ave. Duration:
11 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.12–$5.61
Bus from Palo Alto Transit Center to Middlefield
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.12–$5.61

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from Stanford Oval to Palo
Ave. Duration:
10 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.10

Stanford Marguerite Shuttle

Phone:
+1 650-723-9362
Email:
Website:
marguerite.stanford.edu
Bus from Stanford Oval to Palo
Ave. Duration:
9 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Ames Research Center?

The cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Ames Research Center is to drive which costs $1.63 - $2.50 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Stanford University to Ames Research Center?

The fastest way to get from Stanford University to Ames Research Center is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs $33.70 - $41.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Stanford University and Ames Research Center?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanford University to Ames Research Center. However, there are services departing from Stanford Oval and arriving at Middlefield & Moffett via Palo Alto Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Stanford University and Ames Research Center?

No, there is no direct train from Stanford University to Ames Research Center station. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound and arriving at Bayshore Nasa Station via Mountain View Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Stanford University to Ames Research Center?

The distance between Stanford University and Ames Research Center is 17 km. The road distance is 15.5 km.

How do I travel from Stanford University to Ames Research Center without a car?

The best way to get from Stanford University to Ames Research Center without a car is to bus and Caltrain and line 51 bus which takes 1h 35m and costs $4.46 - $14.13 .

How long does it take to get from Stanford University to Ames Research Center?

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Stanford University to Ames Research Center, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanford University to Ames Research Center bus from?

Stanford University to Ames Research Center bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Stanford Oval station.

Where do I catch the Stanford University to Ames Research Center train from?

Stanford University to Ames Research Center train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Palo Alto Caltrain Southbound station.

Where does the Stanford University to Ames Research Center bus arrive?

Stanford University to Ames Research Center bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 5 station.

Where does the Stanford University to Ames Research Center train arrive?

Stanford University to Ames Research Center train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Mountain View Caltrain Southbound station.

Can I drive from Stanford University to Ames Research Center?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanford University to Ames Research Center is 16 km. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Stanford University to Ames Research Center.

Where can I stay near Ames Research Center?

There are 695+ hotels available in Ames Research Center. Prices start at $64.34 per night.
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