What is the cheapest way to get from Arroyo Grande to San Rafael?

The cheapest way to get from Arroyo Grande to San Rafael is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arroyo Grande to San Rafael?

The fastest way to get from Arroyo Grande to San Rafael is to fly and bus which takes 3h 3m and costs $85 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Arroyo Grande and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Arroyo Grande to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Halcyon Park & Ride and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Santa Maria, Townsend St & Lusk St and Mission St & 2nd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

How far is it from Arroyo Grande to San Rafael?

The distance between Arroyo Grande and San Rafael is 233 miles. The road distance is 262.5 miles.

How do I travel from Arroyo Grande to San Rafael without a car?

The best way to get from Arroyo Grande to San Rafael without a car is to bus via Cypress & Nicholson which takes 7h 47m and costs $40 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Arroyo Grande to San Rafael?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Arroyo Grande to San Rafael, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arroyo Grande to San Rafael bus from?

Arroyo Grande to San Rafael bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Maria station.

Train or bus from Arroyo Grande to San Rafael?

The best way to get from Arroyo Grande to San Rafael is to bus via Cypress & Nicholson which takes 7h 47m and costs $40 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $160 and takes 10h 29m.

Where does the Arroyo Grande to San Rafael bus arrive?

Arroyo Grande to San Rafael bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Francisco station.

Can I drive from Arroyo Grande to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Arroyo Grande to San Rafael is 262 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Arroyo Grande to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 415+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Arroyo Grande to San Rafael - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Arroyo Grande to San Rafael by plane, bus, bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, bus (Amtrak), shuttle, or subway

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SBP - SFO
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Larkspur - dropoffbus
3h 3m
$89–307
Bus via Cypress & Nicholson (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria to San Franciscobus FlixBus 2005
7h 47m
$40–104
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
10h 29m
$66–157
Drive 261 mi
1. Drive from Arroyo Grande to San Rafaelcar 261 mi
4h 33m
$48–69
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to San Franciscobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 55m
Shuttle, BART
1. Take a shuttle bus from Santa Maria to 1642 Story Rd - San Joseshuttle Cbx
2. Take the subway from Berryessa / North San Jose to Montgomery Streetsubway Green-S
8h 25m
$57–88

Arroyo Grande to San Rafael by bus and foot (Flixbus)

4Weekly Services

7h 47mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 232 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Arroyo Grande, CA, USA and San Rafael, CA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Santa Maria to San Francisco 4 times a week. Tickets cost $30–90 and the journey takes 4h 50m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Luis Obispo to Oakland once daily. Tickets cost $55–140 and the journey takes 6h 1m.

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