How to get from Los Altos to Union Square by bus and train?

Los Altos to Union Square - Bus Schedule

The 52 bus from Los Altos to Union Square runs from 7:34 AM to 7:09 PM, with departures every 20-40 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 43 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Los Altos to Union Square by bus and train

To get from Los Altos to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 52 bus from El Monte & University (N) station to Mountain View Transit Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the LIMITED train and finally take the 30 bus from Townsend St & Lusk St/Caltrain station to Stockton St & Sutter St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 43 min. The ride fare is $13.25. The bus and train schedule from Los Altos may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Union Square on the Moovit app.

103min$13.25
Bus - 5252
Train - LIMITED
LIMITED
Bus - 3030
Walk to Union Square
Leaves from El Monte & University (N)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Los Altos
  • 2
    Bus - 5252
    Wait for bus
    52
    Mountain View Transit Ctr
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mountain View Transit Center
    ID PS_MVCT
    18 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Mountain View
    ID mountain_view
    90 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - LIMITED
    Wait for train
    LIMITED
    San Francisco
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    San Francisco
    52 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Townsend St & Lusk St/Caltrain
    ID 18109
    180 yd • 3 min
  • 8
    Bus - 3030
    Wait for bus
    30
    The Presidio
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stockton St & Sutter St
    ID 16523
    15 min
  • 10
    Walk to Union Square
    Walk to
    Union Square
    170 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Los Altos to Union Square

The distance between Los Altos, Downton/Civic Center and Union Square, Downton/Civic Center is approximately 41.02 mi, which can typically be travelled in 103 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Los Altos to Union Square by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Downton/Civic Center – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Los Altos to Union Square

To check the bus and train schedule from Los Altos to Union Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Los Altos) and destination (Union Square), 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 Los Altos to Union Square?

    The fastest way takes 103 minutes, using Bus line 52, Train line LIMITED, Bus line 30.

  • Is there a direct bus between Los Altos and Union Square?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 43 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Los Altos to Union Square?

    The 52 bus line goes from Mountain View Transit Center station near Los Altos in San Francisco - San Jose, CA to Mountain View station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Mountain View station near Union Square in Downton/Civic Center.

  • How long does it take to travel from Los Altos to Union Square by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Los Altos in San Francisco - San Jose, CA and Union Square in Downton/Civic Center by bus and train is about 1 hr 43 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Los Altos to get to Union Square?

    Get on the 52 bus from the Mountain View Transit Center stop near Los Altos in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Los Altos and Union Square?

    Get off the bus at the Mountain View stop, which is closest to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Los Altos to Union Square?

    The ride from Los Altos to Union Square costs $13.25.

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