What is the cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to University of California?

The cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to University of California is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to University of California?

The fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to University of California is to drive which takes 50 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct train between Silicon Valley and University of California?

No, there is no direct train from Silicon Valley to University of California. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound and arriving at Downtown Berkeley via Millbrae. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Silicon Valley to University of California?

The distance between Silicon Valley and University of California is 47 miles. The road distance is 38.3 miles.

How long does it take to get from Silicon Valley to University of California?

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Silicon Valley to University of California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Silicon Valley to University of California train from?

Silicon Valley to University of California train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound station.

Where does the Silicon Valley to University of California train arrive?

Silicon Valley to University of California train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at Millbrae Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Silicon Valley to University of California?

Yes, the driving distance between Silicon Valley to University of California is 38 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Silicon Valley to University of California.

Where can I stay near University of California?

There are 751+ hotels available in University of California.

Silicon Valley to University of California - 5 ways to travel via Caltrain

Q: How do I travel from Silicon Valley to University of California without a car?

The best way to get from Silicon Valley to University of California without a car is to Caltrain and BART which takes 1h 56m and costs $16 - $21.

There are 5 ways to get from Silicon Valley to University of California by train, subway, bus, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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

Caltrain, BART
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain NorthboundLocal Weekday / ...
2. Take the subway from Millbrae to Downtown BerkeleyRed-N
1h 56m
$16–21
Drive 38 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Silicon Valley to University of California38 mi
50 min
$7–10
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to El Camino Real & Linden AveEcr / ...
2. Take the subway from Millbrae to Downtown BerkeleyRed-N
2h 41m
$13–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Silicon Valley to University of California38 mi
50 min
$140–170
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Redwood City Caltrain-Lane BEcr / ...
2. Take the bus from Redwood City Station to OaklandFlixBus N2002
2h 58m
$10–91

Silicon Valley to University of California by train, subway, and foot

303Weekly Services

1h 56mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 47.2 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

What companies run services between Silicon Valley, CA, USA and University of California, Alameda County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to University of California via Redwood City Caltrain-Lane B, Redwood City Station, Oakland, West Oakland, and Downtown Berkeley in around 2h 58m.

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