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

The cheapest way to get from Chico to San Rafael is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 2h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chico to San Rafael is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Chico and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Chico station to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Chico Bus Station and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Sacramento Bus Station and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Chico and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct train from Chico to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Chico Amtrak and arriving at El Cerrito Del Norte via Sacramento and Richmond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Chico to San Rafael?

The distance between Chico and San Rafael is 183 miles. The road distance is 159.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chico to San Rafael without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 39m and costs $60 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Chico to San Rafael, including transfers.

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

Chico to San Rafael bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chico Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chico to San Rafael train from?

Chico to San Rafael train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chico Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Chico to San Rafael?

The best way to get from Chico to San Rafael is to train via Sacramento which takes 5h 43m and costs $60 - $120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $60 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Chico to San Rafael bus arrive?

Chico to San Rafael bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Chico to San Rafael train arrive?

Chico to San Rafael train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Sacramento station.

Can I drive from Chico to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Chico to San Rafael is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Chico to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 455+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Chico to San Rafael - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Chico to San Rafael by bus, train, train (Amtrak), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Richmondtrain Capitol Corridor
5h 39m
$64–106
Drive 158.4 mi
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1. Drive from Chico to San Rafaelcar 158.4 mi
2h 59m
$29–42
Train via Sacramento (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Sacramentotrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Richmondtrain Capitol Corridor
5h 43m
$60–116
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chico Amtrak to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
6h 24m
$65–126
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chico Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0500
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Francisco Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0870
6h 25m
$32–59

Chico to San Rafael by bus, train, and subway (Amtrak)

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5h 39mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.4 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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

You can take a train from Chico Amtrak to Andersen Dr & Francisco Blvd W via Sacramento, Richmond, Richmond, El Cerrito Del Norte, and El Cerrito del Norte BART Station in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chico Bus Station to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Sacramento Bus Station, San Francisco Bus Station, and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A in around 6h 25m.

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