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

The cheapest way to get from Denver to San Rafael is to bus which costs $150 - $270 and takes 28h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Denver to San Rafael is to fly and bus which takes 6h and costs $100 - $400.

How far is it from Denver to San Rafael?

The distance between Denver and San Rafael is 1025 miles. The road distance is 1211 miles.

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

The best way to get from Denver to San Rafael without a car is to bus which takes 28h 42m and costs $150 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Denver to San Rafael, including transfers.

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

Denver to San Rafael bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Denver Union Station.

Train or bus from Denver to San Rafael?

The best way to get from Denver to San Rafael is to bus which takes 28h 42m and costs $150 - $270. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $110 - $1,300 and takes 34h 19m.

Where does the Denver to San Rafael bus arrive?

Denver to San Rafael bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sparks Transit Center station.

What is the time difference between Denver and San Rafael?

San Rafael is 1h behind Denver. It is currently 10:48 PM in Denver and 9:48 PM in San Rafael.

Can I drive from Denver to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Denver to San Rafael is 1211 miles. It takes approximately 20h 10m to drive from Denver to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 464+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Denver to San Rafael - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and BART

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

No, there is no direct bus from Denver station to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Denver Union Station and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Sparks Transit Center, Vallejo Transit Center and El Cerrito del Norte BART Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 42m.

There are 7 ways to get from Denver to San Rafael by plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, subway, or train

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 Denver (DEN) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)DEN - SFO
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Larkspur - dropoff
6h
$100–400
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Sparks Transit CenterGreyhound US0560S
2. Take the bus from Sparks Transit Center to Vallejo Transit CenterGreyhound US0870
28h 42m
$152–261
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Denver to RichmondCalifornia Zephyr
34h 19m
$118–1,238
Drive 1,204 mi
1. Drive from Denver to San Rafael1,204 mi
20h 10m
$220–318
Fly to Oakland International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)DEN - OAK
2. Take the bus from Oakland International Airport to San Rafael
6h 9m
$151–665
Fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, BART
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)DEN - SJC
2. Take the subway from Milpitas to El Cerrito Del Norte
7h 40m
$145–632
Fly to Sacramento International Airport, train
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)DEN - SMF
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Richmond
8h 32m
$143–654

Denver to San Rafael by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

28h 42mAverage Duration

$152Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Denver to San Rafael.

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Distance: 1,019.5 mi
Duration: 6h

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

You can take a bus from Denver Union Station to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Sparks Transit Center, Vallejo Transit Center, and El Cerrito del Norte BART Station in around 28h 42m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Denver to Richmond once daily. Tickets cost $110–1,300 and the journey takes 33h 1m.

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