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

The cheapest way to get from Boise to San Rafael is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 10h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Boise to San Rafael is to fly and bus which takes 4h 43m and costs $120 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Boise and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Boise to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from 3988 W Chinden - Boise and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Las Vegas, Main / 7th, Los Angeles Union Station and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 16m.

How far is it from Boise to San Rafael?

The distance between Boise and San Rafael is 561 miles. The road distance is 638.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boise to San Rafael without a car is to bus and train which takes 29h 14m and costs $130 - $1,400.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Boise to San Rafael, including transfers.

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

Boise to San Rafael bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from 3988 W Chinden - Boise station.

Where does the Boise to San Rafael bus arrive?

Boise to San Rafael bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Las Vegas station.

What is the time difference between Boise and San Rafael?

San Rafael is 1h behind Boise. It is currently 11:03 AM in Boise and 10:03 AM in San Rafael.

Can I drive from Boise to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Boise to San Rafael is 638 miles. It takes approximately 10h 34m to drive from Boise to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 472+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Boise to San Rafael - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and BART

There are 8 ways to get from Boise to San Rafael by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound), car, 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 to San Francisco International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Boise Airport (BOI) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)BOI - SFO
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Larkspur - dropoff
4h 54m
$81–381
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from 3988 W Chinden - Boise to Ogden, UT
2. Take the train from Ogden Central Station to Salt Lake Central Station750
3. Take the train from Salt Lake City to Richmond
29h 14m
$139–1,305
Bus
1. Take the bus from 3988 W Chinden - Boise to Las Vegas
2. Take the bus from Las Vegas to Downtown Los Angeles
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Francisco Bus Station
31h 16m
$238–437
Drive 634.4 mi
1. Drive from Boise to San Rafael634.4 mi
10h 34m
$116–168
Fly to Oakland International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Boise Airport (BOI) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)BOI - OAK
2. Take the bus from Oakland International Airport to San Rafael
4h 43m
$122–656
Fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, BART
1. Fly from Boise Airport (BOI) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)BOI - SJC
2. Take the subway from Milpitas to El Cerrito Del Norte
6h 19m
$116–623
Fly to Sonoma County Airport, bus
1. Fly from Boise Airport (BOI) to Sonoma County Airport (STS)BOI - STS
2. Take the bus from Sonoma Co Airport Terminal to San Rafael
7h 53m
$122–606
Fly to Sacramento International Airport, train
1. Fly from Boise Airport (BOI) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)BOI - SMF
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Richmond
6h 56m
$134–645

Boise to San Rafael by bus, train, and subway

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29h 14mAverage Duration

$139Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Boise to San Rafael.

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Distance: 557.4 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a bus from 3988 W Chinden - Boise to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Las Vegas, Downtown Los Angeles, Main / 7th, Los Angeles Union Station, San Francisco Bus Station, and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A in around 31h 16m.

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