What is the cheapest way to get from Bishop to San Rafael?

The cheapest way to get from Bishop to San Rafael is to drive which costs $55 - $80 and takes 6h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bishop to San Rafael?

The fastest way to get from Bishop to San Rafael is to fly and bus which takes 2h 55m and costs $70 - $260.

How far is it from Bishop to San Rafael?

The distance between Bishop and San Rafael is 257 miles. The road distance is 305.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bishop to San Rafael without a car is to bus via Truckee which takes 12h 18m and costs $230 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Bishop to San Rafael?

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Bishop to San Rafael, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bishop to San Rafael bus from?

Bishop to San Rafael bus services, operated by Eastern Sierra Transit Authority, depart from Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street station.

Where does the Bishop to San Rafael bus arrive?

Bishop to San Rafael bus services, operated by Eastern Sierra Transit Authority, arrive at Reno - Tahoe International Airport station.

Can I drive from Bishop to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Bishop to San Rafael is 306 miles. It takes approximately 6h 20m to drive from Bishop to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 441+ hotels available in San Rafael.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Bishop and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Bishop to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Reno Tahoe International Airport, Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar, De Haro St & 16th St and Larkin St & Grove St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 18m.

There are 6 ways to get from Bishop to San Rafael by plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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 Bishop Airport (BIH) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane BIH - SFO
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Larkspur - dropoffbus
2h 55m
$73–256
Drive 304 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bishop to San Rafaelcar 304 mi
6h 20m
$56–81
Bus via Truckee
1. Take the bus from Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street to Reno - Tahoe International Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Reno Tahoe International Airport to Northstar Village Gate # 7bus
3. Take the bus from Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar to San Francisco - 16th Stbus
12h 18m
$239–258
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street to Reno - RTC Centennial Plaza Bay "O" - 1421 Victorian Avenue, Sparks, NV 89431bus 395 Route North
2. Take the train from Reno to Richmondtrain California Zephyr
14h 34m
$104–206
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street to Reno - RTC Centennial Plaza Bay "O" - 1421 Victorian Avenue, Sparks, NV 89431bus 395 Route North
2. Take the bus from Sparks Transit Center to Vallejo Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0870
12h 33m
$77–132
Bus, train via Sacramento
1. Take the bus from Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street to Gardnerville - Smith's, 1341 US 395bus
2. Take the bus from Stateline Transit Center to Sacramento - Amtrakbus
3. Take the train from Sacramento to Richmondtrain
13h 3m
$59–106

Bishop to San Rafael by bus, train, and subway

7Weekly Services

14h 34mAverage Duration

$104Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bishop to San Rafael.

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Distance: 255.4 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Reno - Tahoe International Airport, Reno Tahoe International Airport, Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar, San Francisco - 16th St, De Haro St & 16th St, and Larkin St & Grove St in around 12h 18m.

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