Request Commute Planning Assistance
Want to try alternative transportation but not sure how to begin? We can help.
Find your transit and/or bike options by choosing from our free do-it-yourself planning tool or custom commute plan request, where we'll identify sustainable options for you. We also offer one-on-one 15-minute commute consultations.
Plan your trip to and from Stanford
It’s quick and easy to plan your trip using Google Maps’ trip planning resource.
- Enter your addresses in the following fields. (If you are planning your commute to the new Stanford Redwood City site, use use “2855 Bay Road, Redwood City, CA 94063,” as the destination for the Barron Garage, or refer to the surface lot addresses.)
- After clicking “Plan trip,” you’ll go to Google Maps, where you have the option to input your arrival or departure dates and times, and select preferred modes of transportation.
- If you are able to drive to your transit connection, enter the transit stop (such as Caltrain, BART, SamTrans, or VTA) near you as your starting point. This could significantly reduce your estimated overall trip time.
Invitation to participate in one-on-one commute consultations
We are currently offering one-on-one commute consultations to answer questions you may have about commuting at Stanford.
To schedule a 15-minute commute consultation, please sign up here.
Sample Transit Plans
- For commutes to the Stanford campus from San Francisco, the East Bay, or the South Bay
- For commutes to Stanford Redwood City, visit Stanford Redwood City Commute Resources for sample commute plans and resources.
Custom Commute Plan for Stanford affiliates
If you are affiliated with Stanford, we can help plan your commute or one-time trip.
- Visit our Stanford Commute or Trip Planning Request page to request commute planning assistance.
- Please be aware that custom commute or trip plans may take up to two weeks to create.
Additional resources
Here are some additional resources that you might find helpful in planning your commute:
- FEMA Commuter Emergency Plan (PDF, 88 KB): Prepare your alternative options and print this form to have it available in the event of an emergency.
- 511.org Biking Maps & Trails: A collection of city, county and bike trail maps for the SF bay area.
- Visit our Transit section for information on local transit agencies.
- Bay Area Transit Map (PDF, 1 MB): Learn how you can connect to Stanford using transit.
- Access local and regional bicycle route maps on our Bicycling at Stanford page.
- Stanford Classes: The Stanford Healthy Living program offers classes and counseling for those interested in trying alternative transportation.
