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The main freeway arteries connecting Mountain View / Los Altos to San Francisco and San Jose airports are highways 101, 280, and 85.

Traffic in the San Francisco Bay Area is worst during commute hours, from approximately 7:30 am through 9:30 am and from 5:00pm to 7:30pm Monday through Friday. Weekend traffic is usually smooth on both 101 and 280 unless an accident has occurred.

Traffic on Highway 101 tends to be much more congested than Highway 280. Both have carpool lanes. 101 should be avoided during commute hours, particularly in the areas surrounding the 101 and San Mateo Bridge (Highway 92) interchange.

The most direct route from San Francisco Airport to Ralston Hall or Mountain View is Highway 101 Southbound. This route can be used if you are arriving during non-peak traffic hours. If you are arriving in SFO during peak traffic hours you may avoid 101 by using highway 380 to connect to 280 Southbound. This route takes you to Los Altos (El Monte Blvd Exit). By traversing Los Altos via El Monte you can connect to Mountain View.

If you are arriving in San Jose International Airport the most direct route is to take Highway 101 North to Mountain View. Traffic northbound is worst during the morning commute and somewhat better in the evening commute.

If you would like specific point to point directions or tips, please email Chris.