How to get from San Carlos Caltrain Station to Stanford University by bus and train?

From San Carlos Caltrain Station to Stanford University by bus and train

To get from San Carlos Caltrain Station to Stanford University in Stanford, take the LOCAL WEEKDAY train from San Carlos station to Palo Alto station. Next, take the P LINE bus from University Circle @ Platform South station to Campus Oval station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min. The ride fare is $6.25. The bus and train schedule from San Carlos Caltrain Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Stanford University on the Moovit app.

44min$6.25
Walk to train stationTrain - LOCAL WEEKDAY
LOCAL WEEKDAY
Bus - P LINEP LINE
Walk to Stanford University
Leaves from San Carlos

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    San Carlos
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - LOCAL WEEKDAY
    Wait for train
    LOCAL WEEKDAY
    Tamien
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Palo Alto
    ID palo_alto
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    University Circle @ Platform South
    ID 60
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - P LINEP LINE
    Wait for bus
    P LINE
    Caltrain Platform South / Campus Oval
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Campus Oval
    ID 96
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to Stanford University
    Walk to
    Stanford University
    Stanford University, Main Quad, 450 Serra Mall, Stanford, CA 94305, USA
    360 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from San Carlos Caltrain Station to Stanford University by bus and train via LOCAL WEEKDAY, LIMITED and DB

To get from San Carlos Caltrain Station to Stanford University you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the LOCAL WEEKDAY train from San Carlos station to Hillsdale station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LIMITED train and finally take the DB bus from Palo Alto Transit Center station to Stanford Oval station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 47 min. The ride fare is $8.50. The bus and train schedule from San Carlos Caltrain Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Stanford University on the Moovit app.

47min$8.50
Walk to train stationTrain - LOCAL WEEKDAY
LOCAL WEEKDAY
Train - LIMITED
LIMITED
Bus - DBDB
Walk to Stanford University
Leaves from San Carlos

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    San Carlos
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - LOCAL WEEKDAY
    Wait for train
    LOCAL WEEKDAY
    San Francisco
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hillsdale
    ID hillsdale
    5 min
  • 4
    Train - LIMITED
    Wait for train
    LIMITED
    San Jose Diridon
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Palo Alto
    ID palo_alto
    14 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Palo Alto Transit Center
    ID 55003
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - DBDB
    Wait for bus
    DB
    Stanford University
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stanford Oval
    ID 55432
    9 min
  • 9
    Walk to Stanford University
    Walk to
    Stanford University
    Stanford University, Main Quad, 450 Serra Mall, Stanford, CA 94305, USA
    370 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from San Carlos Caltrain Station to Stanford University

The distance between San Carlos Caltrain Station and Stanford University is approximately 8.4 mi, which can typically be travelled in 44 min. Moovit will show you the directions from San Carlos 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 San Carlos Caltrain Station to Stanford University

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

Related Routes

Alternative route from San Carlos Caltrain Station to Stanford University by bus and train via LOCAL WEEKDAY, LIMITED and DB

To get from San Carlos Caltrain Station to Stanford University you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the LOCAL WEEKDAY train from San Carlos station to Hillsdale station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LIMITED train and finally take the DB bus from Palo Alto Transit Center station to Stanford Oval station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 47 min. The ride fare is $8.50. The bus and train schedule from San Carlos Caltrain Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Stanford University on the Moovit app.

47min$8.50
Walk to train stationTrain - LOCAL WEEKDAY
LOCAL WEEKDAY
Train - LIMITED
LIMITED
Bus - DBDB
Walk to Stanford University
Leaves from San Carlos

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    San Carlos
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Train - LOCAL WEEKDAY
    Wait for train
    LOCAL WEEKDAY
    San Francisco
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Hillsdale
    ID hillsdale
    5 min
  • 4
    Train - LIMITED
    Wait for train
    LIMITED
    San Jose Diridon
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Palo Alto
    ID palo_alto
    14 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Palo Alto Transit Center
    ID 55003
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - DBDB
    Wait for bus
    DB
    Stanford University
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stanford Oval
    ID 55432
    9 min
  • 9
    Walk to Stanford University
    Walk to
    Stanford University
    Stanford University, Main Quad, 450 Serra Mall, Stanford, CA 94305, USA
    370 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from San Carlos Caltrain Station to Stanford University?

    The fastest way takes 44 minutes, using Train line LOCAL WEEKDAY, Bus line P LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from San Carlos Caltrain Station to Stanford University?

    The alternative route takes 47 minutes, using Train line LOCAL WEEKDAY, Train line LIMITED, Bus line DB.

  • Is there a direct train between San Carlos 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 44 min.

  • Which train line goes from San Carlos Caltrain Station to Stanford University?

    The LOCAL WEEKDAY train line goes from San Carlos station near San Carlos Caltrain Station in San Carlos to Palo Alto station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Palo Alto station near Stanford University.

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

    The total travel time between San Carlos Caltrain Station and Stanford University by train and bus is about 44 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near San Carlos Caltrain Station to get to Stanford University?

    Get on the LOCAL WEEKDAY train from the San Carlos station near San Carlos Caltrain Station in San Carlos.

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

    Get off the train at the Palo Alto stop, which is closest to Stanford University.

  • When is the first train from San Carlos Caltrain Station to Stanford University?

    The first train from San Carlos Caltrain Station in San Carlos to Stanford University in Stanford is San Francisco Caltrain Northbound - Tamien Caltrain Northbound. It leaves the San Carlos station at 1:34 AM.

  • When is the first bus from San Carlos Caltrain Station to Stanford University?

    The first bus from San Carlos Caltrain Station in San Carlos to Stanford University in Stanford is Daly City BART - Palo Alto Transit Ctr. It leaves the El Camino Real & San Carlos Ave stop at 5:18 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from San Carlos Caltrain Station to Stanford University?

    The ride from San Carlos Caltrain Station to Stanford University costs $6.25.

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