What is the cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Stanford University?

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Stanford University is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 1h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Rafael to Stanford University?

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Stanford University is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and Stanford University?

No, there is no direct bus from San Rafael to Stanford University. However, there are services departing from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A and arriving at Stanford Oval via Mission St & 4th St, Daly City BART-Bay 1 and Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from San Rafael to Stanford University?

The distance between San Rafael and Stanford University is 52 miles. The road distance is 51.4 miles.

How do I travel from San Rafael to Stanford University without a car?

The best way to get from San Rafael to Stanford University without a car is to line 101 bus and Caltrain which takes 2h 27m and costs $15 - $23.

How long does it take to get from San Rafael to Stanford University?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from San Rafael to Stanford University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Rafael to Stanford University bus from?

San Rafael to Stanford University bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, depart from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A station.

Where does the San Rafael to Stanford University bus arrive?

San Rafael to Stanford University bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at Mission St & 4th St station.

Can I drive from San Rafael to Stanford University?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Stanford University is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from San Rafael to Stanford University.

Where can I stay near Stanford University?

There are 907+ hotels available in Stanford University.

San Rafael to Stanford University - 4 ways to travel via line 101 bus

There are 4 ways to get from San Rafael to Stanford University by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 101 bus, Caltrain
best
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Mission St & 4th Stbus 101
2. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2h 27m
$15–23
Drive 51.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Rafael to Stanford Universitycar 51.2 mi
1h 7m
$10–14
Line 101 bus, bus via Daly City
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Mission St & 2nd Stbus 101
2. Take the bus from San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr
3h 55m
$11–18
Line 101 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Mission St & 4th Stbus 101
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 4th St to Daly City BART Stationbus 14R
3. Take the bus from Daly City BART-Bay 1 to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr
4. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 4 to Stanford Ovalbus 281
4h 18m
$10–18

San Rafael to Stanford University by bus, train, and foot

297Weekly Services

2h 27mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 52.1 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between San Rafael, CA, USA and Stanford University, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Stanford University via Mission St & 2nd St, Montgomery Street, San Bruno, San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1, University Circle @ Caltrain Platform, and On Santa Teresa Street @ Papua New Guinea Sculpture Garden in around 3h 55m.

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