How to get from Santa Clara to Ghirardelli Square by bus and train?

Santa Clara to Ghirardelli Square - Train Schedule

The ACE train from Santa Clara to Ghirardelli Square runs from 6:03 AM to 9:25 AM, with departures every 50 min-1 hr 25 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 2 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Santa Clara to Ghirardelli Square by bus and train

To get from Santa Clara to Ghirardelli Square in Russian Hill, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the ACE train from Great America Parkway Station station to Santa Clara Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LIMITED train and finally take the 30 bus from Townsend St & Lusk St/Caltrain station to North Point St & Polk St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 2 min. The ride fare is $17.75. The bus and train schedule from Santa Clara may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Ghirardelli Square on the Moovit app.

122min$17.75
Train - ACE
Train - LIMITED
LIMITED
Bus - 3030
Walk to Ghirardelli Square
Leaves from Great America Parkway Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Santa Clara
  • 2
    Train - ACE
    Wait for train
    ACE
    San Jose
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Santa Clara Station
    ID 73722
    7 min
  • 4
    Train - LIMITED
    Wait for train
    LIMITED
    San Francisco
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    San Francisco
    64 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Townsend St & Lusk St/Caltrain
    ID 18109
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 7
    Bus - 3030
    Wait for bus
    30
    The Presidio
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    North Point St & Polk St
    33 min
  • 9
    Walk to Ghirardelli Square
    Walk to
    Ghirardelli Square
    Beach Street
    150 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Clara to Ghirardelli Square

The distance between Santa Clara, Russian Hill and Ghirardelli Square, Russian Hill is approximately 51.57 mi, which can typically be travelled in 122 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Clara to Ghirardelli Square by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Russian Hill – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Santa Clara to Ghirardelli Square

To check the bus and train schedule from Santa Clara to Ghirardelli Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Santa Clara) and destination (Ghirardelli Square), 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 Santa Clara to Ghirardelli Square?

    The fastest way takes 122 minutes, using Train line ACE, Train line LIMITED, Bus line 30.

  • Is there a direct train between Santa Clara and Ghirardelli Square?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 2 min.

  • Which train line goes from Santa Clara to Ghirardelli Square?

    The ACE train line goes from Santa Clara Caltrain station near Santa Clara in San Francisco - San Jose, CA to San Francisco station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till San Francisco station near Ghirardelli Square in Russian Hill.

  • How long does it take to travel from Santa Clara to Ghirardelli Square by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Santa Clara in San Francisco - San Jose, CA and Ghirardelli Square in Russian Hill by train and bus is about 2 hr 2 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Santa Clara to get to Ghirardelli Square?

    Get on the ACE train from the Santa Clara Caltrain station near Santa Clara in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Santa Clara and Ghirardelli Square?

    Get off the train at the San Francisco stop, which is closest to Ghirardelli Square in Russian Hill.

  • How much is the total train and bus fare from Santa Clara to Ghirardelli Square?

    The ride from Santa Clara to Ghirardelli Square costs $17.75.

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