How to get from Menlo Park Caltrain Station to Stanford University by bus and train?

From Menlo Park Caltrain Station to Stanford University by bus and train

To get from Menlo Park Caltrain Station to Stanford University in Stanford, take the LOCAL WEEKDAY train from Menlo Park station to Palo Alto station. Next, take the 281 bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4 station to Stanford Oval station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 28 min. The ride fare is $6.05. The bus and train schedule from Menlo Park Caltrain Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Stanford University on the Moovit app.

28min$6.05
Train - LOCAL WEEKDAY
LOCAL WEEKDAY
Bus - 281281
Walk to Stanford University
Leaves from Menlo Park

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Menlo Park Caltrain Station
    1120 Merrill St (at Santa Cruz Ave)
  • 2
    Train - LOCAL WEEKDAY
    Wait for train
    LOCAL WEEKDAY
    San Jose Diridon
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Palo Alto
    ID palo_alto
    3 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 281281
    Wait for bus
    281
    Stanford Oval
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stanford Oval
    ID 347617
    13 min
  • 7
    Walk to Stanford University
    Walk to
    Stanford University
    Stanford University, Main Quad, 450 Serra Mall, Stanford, CA 94305, USA
    340 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Menlo Park Caltrain Station to Stanford University

The distance between Menlo Park Caltrain Station and Stanford University is approximately 3.38 mi, which can typically be travelled in 28 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Menlo Park Caltrain Station to Stanford University by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Stanford – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Menlo Park Caltrain Station to Stanford University

To check the bus and train schedule from Menlo Park Caltrain Station to Stanford University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Menlo Park Caltrain Station) and destination (Stanford University), 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 Menlo Park Caltrain Station to Stanford University?

    The fastest way takes 28 minutes, using Train line LOCAL WEEKDAY, Bus line 281.

  • Is there a direct train between Menlo Park Caltrain Station and Stanford University?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 28 min.

  • Which train line goes from Menlo Park Caltrain Station to Stanford University?

    The LOCAL WEEKDAY train line goes from Palo Alto station near Menlo Park Caltrain Station in Menlo Park to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4 station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4 station near Stanford University.

  • How long does it take to travel from Menlo Park Caltrain Station to Stanford University by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Menlo Park Caltrain Station and Stanford University by train and bus is about 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Menlo Park Caltrain Station to get to Stanford University?

    Get on the LOCAL WEEKDAY train from the Palo Alto station near Menlo Park Caltrain Station in Menlo Park.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Menlo Park Caltrain Station and Stanford University?

    Get off the train at the Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4 stop, which is closest to Stanford University.

  • When is the last bus from Menlo Park Caltrain Station to Stanford University?

    The last bus from Menlo Park Caltrain Station in Menlo Park to Stanford University in Stanford is the Daly City BART - Palo Alto Transit Ctr line. It leaves the El Camino Real & OAK Grove Ave-Menlo Park Caltrain stop at 4:21 PM.

  • When is the first train from Menlo Park Caltrain Station to Stanford University?

    The first train from Menlo Park Caltrain Station in Menlo Park to Stanford University in Stanford is San Francisco Caltrain Southbound - San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound. It leaves the Menlo Park station at 10:41 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Menlo Park Caltrain Station to Stanford University?

    The ride from Menlo Park Caltrain Station to Stanford University costs $6.05.

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