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

The cheapest way to get from Cupertino to San Rafael is to drive which costs $11 - $16 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cupertino to San Rafael is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs $11 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Cupertino and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Cupertino to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Stevens Creek & De Anza and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Santa Clara & 1st, San Jose and Mission St & 2nd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Cupertino to San Rafael?

The distance between Cupertino and San Rafael is 64 miles. The road distance is 60.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cupertino to San Rafael without a car is to Caltrain and line 101 bus which takes 3h 3m and costs $18 - $27.

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

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

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

Cupertino to San Rafael bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from Stevens Creek & De Anza station.

Where does the Cupertino to San Rafael bus arrive?

Cupertino to San Rafael bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Santa Clara & 2nd station.

Can I drive from Cupertino to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Cupertino to San Rafael is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Cupertino to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 472+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Cupertino to San Rafael - 5 ways to travel via Caltrain, line 101 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cupertino to San Rafael by train, bus, ferry, subway, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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

Caltrain, line 101 bus
best
1. Take the train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain NorthboundLocal Weekday / ...
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B101 / ...
3h 3m
$18–27
Drive 60.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cupertino to San Rafael60.5 mi
1h 13m
$11–16
Caltrain, ferry
1. Take the train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain NorthboundLocal Weekday / ...
2. Take the ferry from Oracle Park Ferry Terminal to Larkspur Ferry TerminalLarkspur
3h 20m
$16–32
Caltrain, BART, line 580 bus
1. Take the train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northbound
2. Take the subway from Millbrae to El Cerrito Del Norte
3. Take the bus from El Cerrito del Norte BART Station to Andersen Dr & Francisco Blvd W580
3h 45m
$24–37
Line 23 bus, bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Stevens Creek & De Anza to Santa Clara & 2nd23
2. Take the bus from San Jose to San Francisco
3. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B101 / ...
4h 14m

Cupertino to San Rafael by bus and train

324Weekly Services

3h 3mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cupertino to San Rafael.

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Distance: 64.1 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Stevens Creek & De Anza to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Santa Clara & 2nd, Santa Clara & 1st, San Jose Diridon, San Jose, San Francisco, and Mission St & 2nd St in around 4h 14m.

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