How to get from San Francisco (5th/Townsend) to Sunnyvale by train?

From San Francisco (5th/Townsend) to Sunnyvale by train

Take one direct train from San Francisco (5th/Townsend) to Sunnyvale in Sunnyvale: take the EXPRESS train from San Francisco station to Sunnyvale station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 13 min. The ride fare is $8.50. The train schedule from San Francisco (5th/Townsend) may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Sunnyvale on the Moovit app.

73min$8.50
Walk to train stationTrain - EXPRESS
EXPRESS
Walk to Sunnyvale
Leaves from San Francisco

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    San Francisco
    280 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    EXPRESS
    San Jose Diridon
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sunnyvale
    ID sunnyvale
    49 min
  • 4
    Walk to Sunnyvale
    Walk to
    Sunnyvale
    West El Camino Real
    0.8 mi • 17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From San Francisco (5th/Townsend) to Sunnyvale by bus and train

To get from San Francisco (5th/Townsend) to Sunnyvale in Sunnyvale, take the LOCAL WEEKDAY train from San Francisco station to Sunnyvale station. Next, take the 55 bus from Sunnyvale Transit Center (S) station to Sunnyvale-Saratoga & El Camino (S) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The ride fare is $11.00. The train schedule from San Francisco (5th/Townsend) may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Sunnyvale on the Moovit app.

87min$11.00
Walk to train stationTrain - LOCAL WEEKDAY
LOCAL WEEKDAY
Bus - 5555
Walk to Sunnyvale
Leaves from San Francisco

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    San Francisco
    280 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - LOCAL WEEKDAY
    Wait for train
    LOCAL WEEKDAY
    San Jose Diridon
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sunnyvale
    ID sunnyvale
    63 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sunnyvale Transit Center (S)
    ID 61338
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5555
    Wait for bus
    55
    De Anza College
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sunnyvale-Saratoga & El Camino (S)
    ID 65901
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to Sunnyvale
    Walk to
    Sunnyvale
    West El Camino Real
    480 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from San Francisco (5th/Townsend) to Sunnyvale

The distance between San Francisco (5th/Townsend) and Sunnyvale is approximately 39.59 mi, which can typically be travelled in 73 min. Moovit will show you the directions from San Francisco (5th/Townsend) to Sunnyvale by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Sunnyvale – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from San Francisco (5th/Townsend) to Sunnyvale

To check the train schedule from San Francisco (5th/Townsend) to Sunnyvale using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (San Francisco (5th/Townsend)) and destination (Sunnyvale), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train schedules.

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From San Francisco (5th/Townsend) to Sunnyvale by bus and train

To get from San Francisco (5th/Townsend) to Sunnyvale in Sunnyvale, take the LOCAL WEEKDAY train from San Francisco station to Sunnyvale station. Next, take the 55 bus from Sunnyvale Transit Center (S) station to Sunnyvale-Saratoga & El Camino (S) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The ride fare is $11.00. The train schedule from San Francisco (5th/Townsend) may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Sunnyvale on the Moovit app.

87min$11.00
Walk to train stationTrain - LOCAL WEEKDAY
LOCAL WEEKDAY
Bus - 5555
Walk to Sunnyvale
Leaves from San Francisco

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    San Francisco
    280 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Train - LOCAL WEEKDAY
    Wait for train
    LOCAL WEEKDAY
    San Jose Diridon
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sunnyvale
    ID sunnyvale
    63 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sunnyvale Transit Center (S)
    ID 61338
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5555
    Wait for bus
    55
    De Anza College
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Sunnyvale-Saratoga & El Camino (S)
    ID 65901
    5 min
  • 7
    Walk to Sunnyvale
    Walk to
    Sunnyvale
    West El Camino Real
    480 yd • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco (5th/Townsend) to Sunnyvale?

    The fastest way takes 73 minutes, using Train line EXPRESS.

  • What is the alternative route to get from San Francisco (5th/Townsend) to Sunnyvale?

    The alternative route takes 87 minutes, using Train line LOCAL WEEKDAY, Bus line 55.

  • Is there a direct train between San Francisco (5th/Townsend) and Sunnyvale?

    Yes, there’s a direct train going from San Francisco (5th/Townsend) in Soma to Sunnyvale in Sunnyvale in 1 hr 13 min.

  • Which train line goes from San Francisco (5th/Townsend) to Sunnyvale?

    The EXPRESS train line goes from San Francisco station near San Francisco (5th/Townsend) in Soma to San Jose Diridon station near Sunnyvale in Sunnyvale.

  • How long does it take to travel from San Francisco (5th/Townsend) to Sunnyvale by train?

    The total travel time between San Francisco (5th/Townsend) and Sunnyvale by train is about 1 hr 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near San Francisco (5th/Townsend) to get to Sunnyvale?

    Get on the EXPRESS train from the San Francisco station near San Francisco (5th/Townsend) in Soma.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between San Francisco (5th/Townsend) and Sunnyvale?

    Get off the train at the San Jose Diridon station, which is closest to Sunnyvale.

  • When is the first train from San Francisco (5th/Townsend) to Sunnyvale?

    The first train from San Francisco (5th/Townsend) in Soma to Sunnyvale in Sunnyvale is San Francisco Caltrain Southbound - San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound. It leaves the San Francisco station at 8:55 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from San Francisco (5th/Townsend) to Sunnyvale?

    The ride from San Francisco (5th/Townsend) to Sunnyvale costs $8.50.

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