Best way to get from Cupertino, CA to Los Altos, CA
Find the best ways to travel from Cupertino CA to Los Altos 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 Cupertino to Los Altos. Estimated travel time is 15 minutes, with a price of $22 and a distance of 7 miles.
Public transportation: Use the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) bus service. Take Bus Route 53 from Cupertino, which stops on De Anza Blvd, and travel towards Los Altos. The estimated travel time is approximately 45 minutes, covering a distance of about 10 miles, with a price of $3.
Private bus: A private bus service operates between Cupertino and Los Altos. The estimated travel time is around 40 minutes, with a price of $10, covering a distance of approximately 10 miles.
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 Los Altos, CA
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Getting from Cupertino, CA to Los Altos, CA
When you ride with Uber on your next trip from Cupertino, CA to Los Altos, 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 Los Altos, CA in advance. Or you can request a ride on demand from Cupertino, 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
15 minutes
Average Route Price
$22
Average Route Distance
8 miles
How to get from Cupertino, CA to Los Altos, CA
Compare ride options getting from Cupertino, CA to Los Altos, CA. Check the Uber app for current prices and travel options available.
UberX
Affordable rides, all to yourself
$22
Uber Black
Premium rides in luxury cars
$59
Uber Electric
Sustainable rides in electric vehicles
$20
UberXL
Affordable rides for groups up to 6
$36
Prices shown are for illustration purposes only and are based on average prices for the ride option shown from Cupertino, CA to Los Altos, CA for the past 12 months. They do not represent fixed or guaranteed prices.
Frequently asked questions
- When is Uber available at Cupertino, CA?
The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride from Cupertino, CA anytime, 24/7.
- How much does it cost to get from Cupertino, CA to Los Altos, CA?
The average price for this trip is $22. Open the Uber app and input Los Altos, 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.
- What is the most affordable ride option on the Uber app from Cupertino, CA to Los Altos, CA?
The most affordable ride choice from Cupertino, CA to Los Altos, CA is RIDESHARE.
- How long does it take to get from Cupertino, CA to Los Altos, CA?
The average duration for this ride is 15 minutes. Before a trip starts, your app gives an estimated time of arrival (ETA) for when your driver is likely to arrive at Cupertino, CA. After your trip starts, your app provides an ETA for when you are likely to arrive at Los Altos, 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 Cupertino, CA?
If Uber Reserve is an option in the Uber app at Cupertino, CA, you can request a ride from Cupertino, 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 Cupertino, CA to Los Altos, CA?
Check in the Uber app to see if car rentals are available at Cupertino, 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 Los Altos, 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.
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