How to get from Columbus Ave & Union St to Sunnyvale by bus and train?

From Columbus Ave & Union St to Sunnyvale by bus and train

To get from Columbus Ave & Union St to Sunnyvale you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 45 bus from Union St & Columbus Ave station to Townsend St & 4th St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LIMITED train and finally take the 22 bus from Palo Alto Transit Center station to El Camino & Mathilda (E) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 2 min. The ride fare is $13.75. The bus and train schedule from Columbus Ave & Union St may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Sunnyvale on the Moovit app.

122min$13.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4545
Train - LIMITED
LIMITED
Bus - 2222
Walk to Sunnyvale
Leaves from Union St & Columbus Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union St & Columbus Ave
    ID 16751
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4545
    Wait for bus
    45
    Caltrain Depot
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Townsend St & 4th St
    ID 16695
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    San Francisco
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - LIMITED
    Wait for train
    LIMITED
    San Jose Diridon
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Palo Alto
    ID palo_alto
    41 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Palo Alto Transit Center
    ID PS_PATC
    80 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 2222
    Wait for bus
    22
    Eastridge
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    El Camino & Mathilda (E)
    ID 60365
    45 min
  • 10
    Walk to Sunnyvale
    Walk to
    Sunnyvale
    West El Camino Real
    20 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Columbus Ave & Union St to Sunnyvale by bus and train via 45 and LIMITED

To get from Columbus Ave & Union St to Sunnyvale in Sunnyvale, take the 45 bus from Union St & Columbus Ave station to Townsend St & 4th St station. Next, take the LIMITED train from San Francisco station to Sunnyvale station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 45 min. The ride fare is $11.25. The bus and train schedule from Columbus Ave & Union St may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Sunnyvale on the Moovit app.

105min$11.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4545
Train - LIMITED
LIMITED
Walk to Sunnyvale
Leaves from Union St & Columbus Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union St & Columbus Ave
    ID 16751
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4545
    Wait for bus
    45
    Caltrain Depot
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Townsend St & 4th St
    ID 16695
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    San Francisco
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - LIMITED
    Wait for train
    LIMITED
    San Jose Diridon
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sunnyvale
    ID sunnyvale
    55 min
  • 7
    Walk to Sunnyvale
    Walk to
    Sunnyvale
    West El Camino Real
    0.8 mi • 17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Columbus Ave & Union St to Sunnyvale

The distance between Columbus Ave & Union St and Sunnyvale is approximately 41.57 mi, which can typically be travelled in 122 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Columbus Ave & Union St to Sunnyvale by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Sunnyvale – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Columbus Ave & Union St to Sunnyvale

To check the bus and train schedule from Columbus Ave & Union St to Sunnyvale using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Columbus Ave & Union St) and destination (Sunnyvale), 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 Columbus Ave & Union St to Sunnyvale by bus and train via 45 and LIMITED

To get from Columbus Ave & Union St to Sunnyvale in Sunnyvale, take the 45 bus from Union St & Columbus Ave station to Townsend St & 4th St station. Next, take the LIMITED train from San Francisco station to Sunnyvale station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 45 min. The ride fare is $11.25. The bus and train schedule from Columbus Ave & Union St may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Sunnyvale on the Moovit app.

105min$11.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4545
Train - LIMITED
LIMITED
Walk to Sunnyvale
Leaves from Union St & Columbus Ave

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union St & Columbus Ave
    ID 16751
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4545
    Wait for bus
    45
    Caltrain Depot
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Townsend St & 4th St
    ID 16695
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    San Francisco
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - LIMITED
    Wait for train
    LIMITED
    San Jose Diridon
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Sunnyvale
    ID sunnyvale
    55 min
  • 7
    Walk to Sunnyvale
    Walk to
    Sunnyvale
    West El Camino Real
    0.8 mi • 17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Columbus Ave & Union St to Sunnyvale?

    The fastest way takes 122 minutes, using Bus line 45, Train line LIMITED, Bus line 22.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Columbus Ave & Union St to Sunnyvale?

    The alternative route takes 105 minutes, using Bus line 45, Train line LIMITED.

  • Is there a direct bus between Columbus Ave & Union St and Sunnyvale?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 2 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Columbus Ave & Union St to Sunnyvale?

    The 45 bus line goes from Union St & Columbus Ave station near Columbus Ave & Union St in North Beach to Caltrain Depot station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Caltrain Depot station near Sunnyvale.

  • How long does it take to travel from Columbus Ave & Union St to Sunnyvale by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Columbus Ave & Union St and Sunnyvale by bus and train is about 2 hr 2 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Columbus Ave & Union St to get to Sunnyvale?

    Get on the 45 bus from the Union St & Columbus Ave stop near Columbus Ave & Union St in North Beach.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Columbus Ave & Union St and Sunnyvale?

    Get off the bus at the Caltrain Depot stop, which is closest to Sunnyvale.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Columbus Ave & Union St to Sunnyvale?

    The ride from Columbus Ave & Union St to Sunnyvale costs $13.75.

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