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

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

To get from San Mateo Caltrain Station to Stanford University in Stanford, take the LIMITED train from San Mateo 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 38 min. The ride fare is $8.50. The bus and train schedule from San Mateo Caltrain Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Stanford University on the Moovit app.

38min$8.50
Train - LIMITED
LIMITED
Bus - DBDB
Walk to Stanford University
Leaves from San Mateo

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    San Mateo Caltrain Station
  • 2
    Train - LIMITED
    Wait for train
    LIMITED
    San Jose Diridon
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Palo Alto
    ID palo_alto
    17 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Palo Alto Transit Center
    ID 55003
    90 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
    370 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
The Most Popular Urban Mobility App in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.
All local mobility options in one app

Public transit directions from San Mateo Caltrain Station to Stanford University

The distance between San Mateo Caltrain Station and Stanford University is approximately 14.37 mi, which can typically be travelled in 38 min. Moovit will show you the directions from San Mateo 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 Mateo Caltrain Station to Stanford University

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

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 38 minutes, using Train line LIMITED, Bus line DB.

  • Is there a direct train between San Mateo 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 38 min.

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

    The LIMITED train line goes from Palo Alto station near San Mateo Caltrain Station in San Mateo to Palo Alto Transit Center station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Palo Alto Transit Center station near Stanford University.

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

    The total travel time between San Mateo Caltrain Station and Stanford University by train and bus is about 38 min.

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

    Get on the LIMITED train from the Palo Alto station near San Mateo Caltrain Station in San Mateo.

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

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

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

    The first train from San Mateo Caltrain Station in San Mateo to Stanford University in Stanford is San Francisco Caltrain Northbound - Tamien Caltrain Northbound. It leaves the San Mateo station at 1:24 AM.

  • When is the last bus from San Mateo Caltrain Station to Stanford University?

    The last bus from San Mateo Caltrain Station in San Mateo to Stanford University in Stanford is the Daly City BART - Palo Alto Transit Ctr line. It leaves the 2nd Ave & San Mateo Dr stop at 3:28 PM.

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

    The ride from San Mateo Caltrain Station to Stanford University costs $8.50.

Popular Routes