Convenient Travel Options
Santa Clara’s transportation network makes getting around effortless. Just minutes from San Jose International Airport (SJC), the city connects you to Silicon Valley with the VTA light rail, Caltrain, and Altamont Corridor Express (ACE). Whether you’re commuting or exploring, Santa Clara ensures every journey is seamless.
Airports
By Air
With three international airports within a 45-minute drive, getting to Santa Clara is seamless.
From Santa Clara Convention Center:
- SJC – 6 Miles
- SFO – 31 Miles
- OAK – 32 Miles
Ground Transportation
By Land
Nearby public transportation options abound. The Altamont Corridor Express (ACE), just half a mile away, connects the Central Valley to Silicon Valley. The VTA Light Rail, one block from the center, provides access to downtown San Jose, Mountain View, and Sunnyvale. For longer commutes, Caltrain links Santa Clara to San Francisco and major tech hubs along the Peninsula.
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All your transportation options
Santa Clara is connected to 3 major airports, with fast train and light rail service connecting Santa Clara to the San Francisco Bay Area.
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Parking in
Santa Clara
Decided to drive? Here are some tips to avoid hunting for a spot.
- The Santa Clara Convention Center features two free parking areas available for guests.
- There are 1,500 on-site parking spaces in a three-story parking garage on the Convention Center campus, shared with the Hyatt Regency and TechMart.
- Additional overflow parking in lots surrounding the Convention Center is also an option, based on availability.
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