Best way to get from San Mateo, CA to Mountain View, CA
Find the best ways to travel from San Mateo CA to Mountain View 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 San Mateo to Mountain View. The journey typically takes 27 minutes, covering approximately 19 miles, with an estimated price of $36.
Public transportation: Caltrain offers a train service from San Mateo to Mountain View. The trip takes about 40 minutes, with prices starting at $7, covering a distance of approximately 25 miles.
Bus service: SamTrans provides a bus service connecting San Mateo to Mountain View. The journey duration is around 1 hour, with prices starting at $5.
Private bus: A private bus service operates between San Mateo and Mountain View. The trip takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, with prices starting at $10.
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 Mountain View, CA
Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber to get from San Mateo, CA to Mountain View, 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 San Mateo, CA to Mountain View, CA
When you ride with Uber on your next trip from San Mateo, CA to Mountain View, 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 Mountain View, CA in advance. Or you can request a ride on demand from San Mateo, 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
27 minutes
Average Route Price
$36
Average Route Distance
19 miles
How to get from San Mateo, CA to Mountain View, CA
Compare ride options getting from San Mateo, CA to Mountain View, CA. Check the Uber app for current prices and travel options available.
UberX
Affordable rides, all to yourself
$36
Uber Black
Premium rides in luxury cars
$127
Uber Electric
Sustainable rides in electric vehicles
$31
UberXL
Affordable rides for groups up to 6
$65
Prices shown are for illustration purposes only and are based on average prices for the ride option shown from San Mateo, CA to Mountain View, CA for the past 12 months. They do not represent fixed or guaranteed prices.
Frequently asked questions
- When is Uber available at San Mateo, CA?
The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride from San Mateo, CA anytime, 24/7.
- How much does it cost to get from San Mateo, CA to Mountain View, CA?
The average price for this trip is $36. Open the Uber app and input Mountain View, 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 San Mateo, CA to Mountain View, CA?
The most affordable ride choice from San Mateo, CA to Mountain View, CA is Green.
- How long does it take to get from San Mateo, CA to Mountain View, CA?
The average duration for this ride is 27 minutes. Before a trip starts, your app gives an estimated time of arrival (ETA) for when your driver is likely to arrive at San Mateo, CA. After your trip starts, your app provides an ETA for when you are likely to arrive at Mountain View, 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 San Mateo, CA?
If Uber Reserve is an option in the Uber app at San Mateo, CA, you can request a ride from San Mateo, 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 San Mateo, CA to Mountain View, CA?
Check in the Uber app to see if car rentals are available at San Mateo, 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 Mountain View, 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.
