Best way to get from Redwood City, CA to San Carlos, CA
Find the best ways to travel from Redwood City CA to San Carlos 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 Redwood City to San Carlos. Estimated travel time is 9 minutes, with a price of $13 and a distance of 3 miles.
Caltrain: Take the Caltrain from Redwood City Station to San Carlos Station. The journey takes approximately 5 minutes, covering a distance of about 3 miles. The price is around $3.
SamTrans bus service: Use the SamTrans bus route 296 from Redwood City Transit Center to San Carlos. The trip takes about 15 minutes and costs approximately $2.
Private bus: A private bus service operates between Redwood City and San Carlos, offering a travel time of around 10 minutes for a price of approximately $5.
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 San Carlos, CA
Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber to get from Redwood City, CA to San Carlos, CA. Request a ride up to 90 days before your trip, at any time and on any day of the year.
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Getting from Redwood City, CA to San Carlos, CA
When you ride with Uber on your next trip from Redwood City, CA to San Carlos, 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 San Carlos, CA in advance. Or you can request a ride on demand from Redwood City, 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.
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Average Travel Time
9 minutes
Average Route Price
$13
Average Route Distance
3 miles
How to get from Redwood City, CA to San Carlos, CA
Compare ride options getting from Redwood City, CA to San Carlos, CA. Check the Uber app for current prices and travel options available.
UberX
Affordable rides, all to yourself
$13
Uber Black
Premium rides in luxury cars
$34
Uber Electric
Sustainable rides in electric vehicles
$13
UberXL
Affordable rides for groups up to 6
$19
Prices shown are for illustration purposes only and are based on average prices for the ride option shown from Redwood City, CA to San Carlos, CA for the past 12 months. They do not represent fixed or guaranteed prices.
Frequently asked questions
- When is Uber available at Redwood City, CA?
The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride from Redwood City, CA anytime, 24/7.
- How much does it cost to get from Redwood City, CA to San Carlos, CA?
The average price for this trip is $13. Open the Uber app and input San Carlos, 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 Redwood City, CA to San Carlos, CA?
The most affordable ride choice from Redwood City, CA to San Carlos, CA is RIDESHARE.
- How long does it take to get from Redwood City, CA to San Carlos, CA?
The average duration for this ride is 9 minutes. Before a trip starts, your app gives an estimated time of arrival (ETA) for when your driver is likely to arrive at Redwood City, CA. After your trip starts, your app provides an ETA for when you are likely to arrive at San Carlos, 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 Redwood City, CA?
If Uber Reserve is an option in the Uber app at Redwood City, CA, you can request a ride from Redwood City, 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 Redwood City, CA to San Carlos, CA?
Check in the Uber app to see if car rentals are available at Redwood City, 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 San Carlos, 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.
