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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mountain View to San Francisco

Composite routes from Mountain View to San Francisco

Cheapest
42 min
Car
63 km.
from $3

Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Mountain View Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.94–$11.50

Bus operators

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to El
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.61–$5.20
Bus from Millbrae BART-Bay 12 West Busway to Mission
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.61–$5.20

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Mountain View to San Francisco?

The cheapest way to get from Mountain View to San Francisco is to drive which costs $7.07 - $10.33 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Mountain View to San Francisco?

The fastest way to get from Mountain View to San Francisco is to drive which takes 42 min and costs $7.07 - $10.33 .

Is there a direct bus between Mountain View and San Francisco?

No, there is no direct bus from Mountain View to San Francisco. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Castro and arriving at Mission St & 9th St via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 and Millbrae BART-Bay 12 West Busway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Mountain View and San Francisco?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Mountain View Caltrain Northbound and arriving at San Francisco Caltrain Northbound. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Mountain View to San Francisco?

The distance between Mountain View and San Francisco is 58 km. The road distance is 63.3 km.

How do I travel from Mountain View to San Francisco without a car?

The best way to get from Mountain View to San Francisco without a car is to Caltrain which takes 58 min and costs $7.61 - $9.78 .

How long does it take to get from Mountain View to San Francisco?

The Caltrain from Mountain View Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound takes 58 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Mountain View to San Francisco bus from?

Mountain View to San Francisco bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 station.

Where do I catch the Mountain View to San Francisco train from?

Mountain View to San Francisco train services, operated by Caltrain, depart from Mountain View Caltrain Northbound station.

Train or bus from Mountain View to San Francisco?

The best way to get from Mountain View to San Francisco is to Caltrain which takes 58 min and costs $7.61 - $9.78 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 292 bus, which costs $5.33 - $14.13 and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Mountain View to San Francisco bus arrive?

Mountain View to San Francisco bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at El Camino Real & Linden Ave station.

Where does the Mountain View to San Francisco train arrive?

Mountain View to San Francisco train services, operated by Caltrain, arrive at San Francisco Caltrain Northbound station.

Can I drive from Mountain View to San Francisco?

Yes, the driving distance between Mountain View to San Francisco is 63 km. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Mountain View to San Francisco.

Where can I stay near San Francisco?

There are 823+ hotels available in San Francisco. Prices start at $54.04 per night.
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