How to get from South San Francisco Caltrain to Stanford University by bus and train?

From South San Francisco Caltrain to Stanford University by bus and train

To get from South San Francisco Caltrain to Stanford University in Stanford, take the LIMITED train from South San Francisco Caltrain station to Palo Alto station. Next, take the DB bus from Palo Alto Transit Center station to Stanford Oval station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The ride fare is $9.95. The bus and train schedule from South San Francisco Caltrain may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Stanford University on the Moovit app.

48min$9.95
Train - LIMITED
LIMITED
Bus - DBDB
Walk to Stanford University
Leaves from South San Francisco Caltrain

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    South San Francisco Caltrain
  • 2
    Train - LIMITED
    Wait for train
    LIMITED
    San Jose Diridon
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Palo Alto
    ID palo_alto
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Palo Alto Transit Center
    ID 55003
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - DBDB
    Wait for bus
    DB
    Stanford University
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stanford Oval
    ID 55432
    9 min
  • 7
    Walk to Stanford University
    Walk to
    Stanford University
    Stanford University, Main Quad, 450 Serra Mall, Stanford, CA 94305, USA
    320 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from South San Francisco Caltrain to Stanford University by bus and train via LIMITED and P LINE

To get from South San Francisco Caltrain to Stanford University in Stanford, take the LIMITED train from South San Francisco Caltrain 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 57 min. The ride fare is $7.70. The bus and train schedule from South San Francisco Caltrain may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Stanford University on the Moovit app.

57min$7.70
Train - LIMITED
LIMITED
Bus - P LINEP LINE
Walk to Stanford University
Leaves from South San Francisco Caltrain

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    South San Francisco Caltrain
  • 2
    Train - LIMITED
    Wait for train
    LIMITED
    San Jose Diridon
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Palo Alto
    ID palo_alto
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    University Circle @ Platform South
    ID 60
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - P LINEP LINE
    Wait for bus
    P LINE
    University Circle @ Platform South
  • 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
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from South San Francisco Caltrain to Stanford University

The distance between South San Francisco Caltrain and Stanford University is approximately 22.89 mi, which can typically be travelled in 48 min. Moovit will show you the directions from South San Francisco Caltrain 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 South San Francisco Caltrain to Stanford University

To check the bus and train schedule from South San Francisco Caltrain to Stanford University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (South San Francisco Caltrain) 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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Alternative route from South San Francisco Caltrain to Stanford University by bus and train via LIMITED and P LINE

To get from South San Francisco Caltrain to Stanford University in Stanford, take the LIMITED train from South San Francisco Caltrain 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 57 min. The ride fare is $7.70. The bus and train schedule from South San Francisco Caltrain may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Stanford University on the Moovit app.

57min$7.70
Train - LIMITED
LIMITED
Bus - P LINEP LINE
Walk to Stanford University
Leaves from South San Francisco Caltrain

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    South San Francisco Caltrain
  • 2
    Train - LIMITED
    Wait for train
    LIMITED
    San Jose Diridon
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Palo Alto
    ID palo_alto
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    University Circle @ Platform South
    ID 60
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - P LINEP LINE
    Wait for bus
    P LINE
    University Circle @ Platform South
  • 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
    310 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from South San Francisco Caltrain to Stanford University?

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

  • What is the alternative route to get from South San Francisco Caltrain to Stanford University?

    The alternative route takes 57 minutes, using Train line LIMITED, Bus line P LINE.

  • Is there a direct train between South San Francisco Caltrain and Stanford University?

    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 South San Francisco Caltrain to Stanford University?

    The LIMITED train line goes from San Jose Diridon station near South San Francisco Caltrain in South San Francisco 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 South San Francisco Caltrain to Stanford University by train and bus?

    The total travel time between South San Francisco Caltrain and Stanford University by train and bus is about 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near South San Francisco Caltrain to get to Stanford University?

    Get on the LIMITED train from the San Jose Diridon station near South San Francisco Caltrain in South San Francisco.

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

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

  • When is the first train from South San Francisco Caltrain to Stanford University?

    The first train from South San Francisco Caltrain in South San Francisco to Stanford University in Stanford is . It leaves the South San Francisco Caltrain station at 5:20 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from South San Francisco Caltrain to Stanford University?

    The ride from South San Francisco Caltrain to Stanford University costs $9.95.

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