Best way to get from Burlingame, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Find the best ways to travel from Burlingame CA to Santa Clara CA. You can also request a ride directly in the app at the tap of a button.
Transportation options
Uber: Request an Uber ride from Burlingame to Santa Clara. The journey covers approximately 29 miles, with an estimated travel time of 41 minutes and a price of $57.
Public transportation: Caltrain offers a direct service from Burlingame Caltrain Station to Santa Clara Caltrain Station. The journey takes about 1 hour and 9 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 33 miles, with a price of $9.
Bus service: SamTrans and VTA provide bus services with connections at the Palo Alto Transit Center. The journey involves taking the Line 22 bus or the Rapid 522 on El Camino Real, with an estimated travel time of 2 hours and a price of $5.
Private bus: A private bus service operates between Burlingame and Santa Clara, offering a travel time of approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes, with a price of $15.
Note: The travel times and costs are approximate and subject to change depending on traffic conditions and other factors. Updated June, 2025.
Reserve a ride in advance to Santa Clara, CA
Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber to get from Burlingame, CA to Santa Clara, CA. Request a ride up to 90 days before your trip, at any time and on any day of the year.
Reserve may not be available for your pickup location.
Getting from Burlingame, CA to Santa Clara, CA
When you ride with Uber on your next trip from Burlingame, CA to Santa Clara, CA, you’ve got choices. Whether you’re traveling alone or with others, find a ride option that fits your needs and budget. If you like to plan ahead, consider scheduling a ride to Santa Clara, CA in advance. Or you can request a ride on demand from Burlingame, CA in the Uber app.
The route your driver takes might depend on the time of day and other factors, like traffic and how many other riders are making requests. You can have a stress-free ride knowing that the Uber app will suggest the most efficient route to your driver.
Average Travel Time
41 minutes
Average Route Price
$57
Average Route Distance
29 miles
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How to get from Burlingame, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Compare ride options getting from Burlingame, CA to Santa Clara, CA. Check the Uber app for current prices and travel options available.
*Prices reflect the average prices for the ride option shown from Burlingame CA to Santa Clara CA for the past 1 month. They do not represent fixed or guaranteed prices.
Frequently asked questions
When is Uber available at Burlingame, CA?
The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride from Burlingame, CA anytime, 24/7.
How much does it cost to get from Burlingame, CA to Santa Clara, CA?
The average price for this trip is $57. Open the Uber app and input Santa Clara, CA in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to see what’s available. Prices will vary based on time of day and how many riders are making requests.
How long does it take to get from Burlingame, CA to Santa Clara, CA?
The average duration for this ride is 41 minutes. Before a trip starts, your app gives an estimated time of arrival (ETA) for when your driver is likely to arrive at Burlingame, CA. After your trip starts, your app provides an ETA for when you are likely to arrive at Santa Clara, CA. Please note: ETAs are not guaranteed; various factors like heavy traffic or road construction could affect travel time.
Can I schedule trips in advance on the Uber app from Burlingame, CA?
If Uber Reserve is an option in the Uber app at Burlingame, CA, you can request a ride from Burlingame, CA anywhere from 2 hours to 90 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year. Uber’s ride-scheduling technology and Uber Reserve can help you be on time.
Can I rent a car with Uber to drive from Burlingame, CA to Santa Clara, CA?
Check in the Uber app to see if car rentals are available at Burlingame, CA. If you see the Rent icon, you can complete your reservation using the Uber app. Then you can rent a car and drive yourself to Santa Clara, CA. To get more details, go to uber.com/u/uber-rent.
The data presented on this page represents historical average prices, durations, and distances for routes. Actual prices, durations, and distances may vary based on factors such as location, traffic conditions, and other variables. Information provided here is for reference purposes only and should not be considered as binding.
