Some classes do not require a book purchase. Bus schedules are available in the Campus Center. CalTrain runs commuter trains from San Francisco to Gilroy. The train station nearest to Foothill College is in downtown Mountain View. Bicycle commuters can take advantage of the guardrail protected bicycle lane that runs down the center of El Monte Road from Foothill College to Saint Nicholas School.
Cyclists also can bring a lock and use campus bike racks at no charge.
State law requires bicyclists under 18 to wear a helmet. Parking permits can be purchased at the cashier's office. No permit is necessary if the driver remains in the vehicle. There is a change machine at the Parking Control Building in Parking Lot 1, located to the right when entering the campus. Metered parking for stays of 30 minutes or less is available near the footbridge.