ONE-STOP SOURCE FOR COMMUTE INFO

Updated January 2026

Below is a summary of commuter transportation services and offerings for those who work in Stanford Research Park. We encourage you to sign up for the monthly Stanford Research Park Commuter Newsletter. You can also contact us anytime at SRPGO@Stanford.edu.

TRANSIT
Relax on the ride
Caltrain
Current schedule

VTA buses (scroll down for #89)
The following VTA buses currently provide service to Stanford Research Park:
#101
#102
#103
#104
#22
#522

Dumbarton Express
- Line DB1 connects the East Bay to Stanford Research Park
- If you have a SmartPass but have not yet requested to add Dumbarton Express service to the pass, please fill out this form

CALTRAIN CONNECTIONS
Getting to your work site from Caltrain stations
RP Marguerite shuttle - serving downtown Palo Alto Transit Center
- Free to ride and open to the public

CAX Marguerite shuttle - serving California Ave. Caltrain station
- Free to ride and open to the public

VTA bus #89 - serving California Ave. Caltrain station
- This bus is free with SmartPass or monthly Caltrain pass on a Clipper card

Palo Alto Link (PAL) 
The Palo Alto Link (PAL) on-demand rideshare service is a pilot program offered by the City of Palo Alto, and all rides that start or end in Stanford Research Park are free.

BICYCLING
Stay fit and have fun on your zero-emissions active commute
- Bike commuter toolkit: tips and info to help you feel confident biking to work
- Book a free basic bike tune-up at Mike's Bikes at The Hub (3215 Porter Drive), and learn about other special offers for those who work at Research Park-based employer sites at Mike's Bikes at The Hub
- With the Stanford Research Park Bike Fleet program, you can borrow an e-bike for the day (weekdays, 9am - 5pm; available to those who work for employers based in the Research Park) 
- Sign up for the monthly Stanford Research Park Bicycle Newsletter for info on our special workshops, events, promos, and more!
- If you'd like a 1:1 consult or have any bike-related questions, contact: SRPGObikes@stanford.edu.

RIDESHARE
Ride with others: carpool or vanpool

Carpooling
- Try the Scoop Commute carpool-matching app. Create an account in the app with your work email address. Verify your account with the verification email you'll receive. When you use the app as a driver, you'll be reimbursed in-app for your driving expenses. Riders: you'll receive automatic discounts in-app. If you have any questions, contact us at SRPGO@stanford.edu.

Vanpooling
Save money and reduce mileage on your car
SRP offers a subsidy of up to $100/month/participant in a vanpool. If you're interested in this offering, please fill out the Vanpool form on this page and we'll be in touch with full details.

COMMUTER TRANSPORTATION PROGRAMS & SERVICES
Supporting and rewarding your sustainable commute trips

Commute Info and Assistance
Not sure which commute mode option is right for you? We're here to help! Request your "personalized trip plan" using this form or email our team with questions anytime at: SRPGO@Stanford.edu.

VTA Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH)
If you're working in the Research Park, face an unexpected situation requiring immediate need to leave work, and don't have your car with you because you used a sustainable commute mode that day, VTA has you covered with a reimbursed ride. Register for the VTA GRH program so you can use this valuable service when you need it.

SRP Commuter Rewards
If you're commuting to/from Stanford Research Park, you can earn points for each "drive alone alternative" commute trip you log. Points are redeemable toward gift cards or charitable donations! Log in or register at SRPGO.com to get started.