How to get from Santa Clara University to Los Altos by bus and train?

Santa Clara University to Los Altos - Train Schedule

The LIMITED train from Santa Clara University to Los Altos departs once a day at 8:49 AM. The trip takes about 48 min.

From Santa Clara University to Los Altos by bus and train

To get from Santa Clara University to Los Altos in San Francisco - San Jose, CA, take the LIMITED train from Santa Clara Caltrain station to Mountain View station. Next, take the 52 bus from Mountain View Transit Center station to El Monte & University (S) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The ride fare is $8.75. The bus and train schedule from Santa Clara University may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Los Altos on the Moovit app.

48min$8.75
Walk to train stationTrain - LIMITED
LIMITED
Bus - 5252
Walk to Los Altos
Leaves from Santa Clara Caltrain

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Santa Clara Caltrain
    ID santa_clara
    690 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - LIMITED
    Wait for train
    LIMITED
    San Francisco
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mountain View
    ID mountain_view
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mountain View Transit Center
    ID PS_MVCT
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Foothill College
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    El Monte & University (S)
    ID 60534
    17 min
  • 7
    Walk to Los Altos
    Walk to
    Los Altos
    60 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Clara University to Los Altos

The distance between Santa Clara University, San Francisco - San Jose, CA and Los Altos, San Francisco - San Jose, CA is approximately 12.24 mi, which can typically be travelled in 48 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Clara University to Los Altos by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Francisco - San Jose, CA – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Santa Clara University to Los Altos

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

    The fastest way takes 48 minutes, using Train line LIMITED, Bus line 52.

  • Is there a direct train between Santa Clara University and Los Altos?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 48 min.

  • Which train line goes from Santa Clara University to Los Altos?

    The LIMITED train line goes from Santa Clara Caltrain station near Santa Clara University in Santa Clara to Mountain View station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Mountain View station near Los Altos in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Santa Clara University to Los Altos by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Santa Clara University in Santa Clara and Los Altos in San Francisco - San Jose, CA by train and bus is about 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Santa Clara University to get to Los Altos?

    Get on the LIMITED train from the Santa Clara Caltrain station near Santa Clara University in Santa Clara.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Santa Clara University and Los Altos?

    Get off the train at the Mountain View stop, which is closest to Los Altos in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.

  • When is the last bus from Santa Clara University to Los Altos?

    The last bus from Santa Clara University in Santa Clara to Los Altos in San Francisco - San Jose, CA is the Palo Alto TC - Eastridge line. It leaves the El Camino & Washington (W) stop at 3:45 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Santa Clara University to Los Altos?

    The ride from Santa Clara University to Los Altos costs $8.75.

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