How to get from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to Caltrain by bus and train?

From San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to Caltrain by bus and train

To get from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to Caltrain in San Jose, take the 292 bus from SFO Airport Terminal A-Lower Level station to Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 station. Next, take the EXPRESS train from Millbrae station to San Jose Diridon station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 35 min. The ride fare is $10.55. The bus and train schedule from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Caltrain on the Moovit app.

95min$10.55
Walk to bus station
Bus - 292292
Train - EXPRESS
EXPRESS
Walk to Caltrain
Leaves from SFO Airport Terminal A-Lower Level

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    SFO Airport Terminal A-Lower Level
    ID 335637
    550 yd • 7 min
  • 2
    Bus - 292292
    Wait for bus
    292
    Hillsdale Mall
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1
    ID 336623
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Millbrae
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    EXPRESS
    San Jose Diridon
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    San Jose Diridon
    42 min
  • 7
    Walk to Caltrain
    Walk to
    Caltrain
    Lenzen Avenue
    0.83 mi • 17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to Caltrain

The distance between San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO), San Jose and Caltrain, San Jose is approximately 37.41 mi, which can typically be travelled in 95 min. Moovit will show you the directions from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to Caltrain by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Jose – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to Caltrain

To check the bus and train schedule from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to Caltrain using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO)) and destination (Caltrain), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to Caltrain?

    The fastest way takes 95 minutes, using Bus line 292, Train line EXPRESS.

  • Is there a direct bus between San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) and Caltrain?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 35 min.

  • Which bus line goes from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to Caltrain?

    The 292 bus line goes from SFO Airport Terminal A-Lower Level station near San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) in Sfo to Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 station near Caltrain in San Jose.

  • How long does it take to travel from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to Caltrain by bus and train?

    The total travel time between San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) in Sfo and Caltrain in San Jose by bus and train is about 1 hr 35 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to get to Caltrain?

    Get on the 292 bus from the SFO Airport Terminal A-Lower Level stop near San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) in Sfo.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) and Caltrain?

    Get off the bus at the Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 station, which is closest to Caltrain in San Jose.

  • How much is the bus fare from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to Caltrain?

    The ride from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to Caltrain costs $10.55.

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