Modes of Transportation
Find the way that suits you best
Public Transit
Caltrain peninsula rail operates between San Francisco and Gilroy providing a fast and convenient way to reach Palo Alto. VTA operates 4 Express Buses from the South Bay and provides a convenient connection to the California Avenue Caltrain station. The Dumbarton Express bus connects to BART in Union City with additional stops in Fremont, allowing East Bay commuters to leave the driving to the pros.
View the SRP Transit Map to see all these options and the Caltrain Connections schedule and map to find your best Caltrain commute.
Shuttles
The Stanford Marguerite Shuttle service is available, for free, to take you where you need to go. The RP line provides frequent service between the downtown Palo Alto Caltrain station and Stanford Research Park during commute hours. The SRPGO CAFX and CAM lines meet trains at the California Avenue Caltrain station and the Midday shuttle provides service to Cal Ave lunchtime destinations. The 1050A provides a connection to the Stanford Campus.
Carpools
Carpooling is a popular way to get to Stanford Research Park, help the environment, and enjoy the company of your colleagues. Carpool on a regular basis with the same group or hitch a ride on short notice as needed. Find a carpool that works for you.
Vanpools
The Stanford Research Park vanpool program can help you save time, money and relax on your commute. Check out the list of current vans with seats available and residential areas with people interested in forming a new van. Contact us for full information at SRPGO@Stanford.edu.
Bicycling
Bicycling is an easy way to fit fun and exercise into your busy day. Arrive at work with energy to spare and return home relaxed and refreshed. Combine bicycling with public transit to cover long distances quickly. Plan your route today.
View Low-Stress Bike Routes and Scenic Trails in and near Stanford Research Park.
“The best part of carpooling to work is that the stress level goes from a 9 or 10 to a 1 or 2. So you get to work and you’re totally refreshed and you don’t feel like it was a problem at all to get there.”
