How to get from San Jose to Stanford University by bus and train?

From San Jose to Stanford University by bus and train

To get from San Jose to Stanford University in Stanford, take the EXPRESS train from San Jose Diridon 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 51 min. The ride fare is $6.25. The bus and train schedule from San Jose may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Stanford University on the Moovit app.

51min$6.25
Train - EXPRESS
EXPRESS
Bus - P LINEP LINE
Walk to Stanford University
Leaves from San Jose Diridon

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    San Jose
  • 2
    Train - EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    EXPRESS
    San Francisco
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Palo Alto
    ID palo_alto
    21 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
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Public transit directions from San Jose to Stanford University

The distance between San Jose and Stanford University is approximately 18.23 mi, which can typically be travelled in 51 min. Moovit will show you the directions from San Jose 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 Jose to Stanford University

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

    The fastest way takes 51 minutes, using Train line EXPRESS, Bus line P LINE.

  • Is there a direct train between San Jose and Stanford University?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 51 min.

  • Which train line goes from San Jose to Stanford University?

    The EXPRESS train line goes from Palo Alto station near San Jose in San Jose to University Circle @ Platform South station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till University Circle @ Platform South station near Stanford University.

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

    The total travel time between San Jose and Stanford University by train and bus is about 51 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near San Jose to get to Stanford University?

    Get on the EXPRESS train from the Palo Alto station near San Jose in San Jose.

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

    Get off the train at the University Circle @ Platform South stop, which is closest to Stanford University.

  • When is the first train from San Jose to Stanford University?

    The first train from San Jose in San Jose to Stanford University in Stanford is San Francisco Caltrain Northbound - Tamien Caltrain Northbound. It leaves the San Jose Diridon station at 11:56 PM.

  • When is the last bus from San Jose to Stanford University?

    The last bus from San Jose in San Jose to Stanford University in Stanford is the Palo Alto TC - Eastridge Rapid line. It leaves the Santa Clara & Cahill (W) stop at 3:43 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from San Jose to Stanford University?

    The ride from San Jose to Stanford University costs $6.25.

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