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How to get from San Francisco to San Mateo?

Planning to travel to San Francisco from San Mateo and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from San Francisco to San Mateo, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between San Francisco and San Mateo, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (CalTrain), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from San Francisco to San Mateo, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable San Francisco San Mateo trip.

For your trip from San Francisco to San Mateo, you have several transportation options

San Francisco to San Mateo train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the San Francisco San Mateo train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the San Francisco to San Mateo transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

San Francisco San Mateo Travel Information

Departure city
San Francisco
United States
California
Destination city
San Mateo
United States
California
Distance
16 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by train
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Plan your trip from San Francisco to San Mateo easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from San Francisco to San Mateo easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between San Francisco and San Mateo that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like CalTrain to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between San Francisco and San Mateo with peace of mind!

Where to start from in San Francisco? Where do I arrive in San Mateo?

Departure stations in San Francisco

22nd Street Caltrain
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Bayshore Caltrain
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San Francisco Caltrain
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San Mateo Arrival Stations

Hayward Park Caltrain
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Hillsdale Caltrain
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San Mateo Caltrain
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3 tips for cheaper travel from San Francisco to San Mateo

Have you decided to travel from San Francisco to San Mateo and are looking for ways to save money on your travel ticket? We present you with 3 useful tips to save money on your trip. Whether you choose to take a train, these tips will help you find the best rates for your San Francisco to San Mateo trip.

  • 1. Avoid extras
    Some extras, such as food and beverages consumed during the trip from San Francisco to San Mateo, can be expensive and are not always necessary for a short trip. To save money, try to plan snacks or drinks before you leave for San Mateo, and use free alternatives for entertainment, like reading a book.
  • 2. Avoid rush hour traffic
    San Francisco-San Mateo tickets are very often cheaper if you travel outside of rush hour. By avoiding these high demand times of the day, you could save money on your ticket. In addition, traveling to San Mateo during off-peak hours can allow you to enjoy a more comfortable trip.
  • 3. Compare prices
    Using Vivanoda is a great way to find the best prices for your San Francisco-San Mateo trip. It allows you to compare fares of different transportation providers in one search and find the best price for your stay in San Mateo.

Trains San Francisco San Mateo

There are discounts for children, students and seniors traveling by train from San Francisco to San Mateo that vary depending on the type of ticket and the age of the person. When you enter your age in your Vivanoda search, the prices displayed will take into account any age-related discounts.

Train tickets from San Francisco to San Mateo can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

Of course passengers can take luggage with them on the train from San Francisco to San Mateo. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable due to the often limited space inside the trains.

To get the best train fares between San Francisco and San Mateo, it is recommended to book in advance, be flexible with time schedules and compare train fares with Vivanoda.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from San Francisco to San Mateo at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from San Francisco to San Mateo. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transportation between San Francisco and San Mateo.

Train companies between San Francisco and San Mateo

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