Modes of Transportation
Find the way that suits you best
Public Transit
Caltrain operates between San Francisco and Gilroy, providing fast, convenient rail service to Palo Alto. Additionally, VTA operates 4 Express Buses from the South Bay and provides a convenient connection to the California Ave. Caltrain station. East Bay commuters can leave the driving to the pros aboard the Dumbarton Express bus, which connects to BART in Union City with additional stops in Fremont.
View the SRP Transit Map to find your best transit option.
Shuttles
The Stanford Marguerite Shuttle lines are free and open to the public. Serving Stanford Research Park, the RP line makes frequent runs between the downtown Palo Alto Caltrain station and SRP during peak commute hours. And the 1050A provides a connection to the Stanford Campus. Additionally, SRPGO manages the free, public CAFX and CAM shuttles, which meet trains at the California Ave. Caltrain station; while the Midday shuttle provides service to lunchtime destinations along California Ave.
Carpools
Carpooling is a popular way to get to Stanford Research Park, help the environment, and enjoy the company of your colleagues. Carpool with the same group each day, or find a ride as needed with the Scoop app.
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 new vans. 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 around 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.”
