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

The cheapest way to get from Dunsmuir to San Rafael is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunsmuir to San Rafael is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs $45 - $70.

How far is it from Dunsmuir to San Rafael?

The distance between Dunsmuir and San Rafael is 309 miles. The road distance is 264 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunsmuir to San Rafael without a car is to train via Sacramento which takes 9h 22m and costs $60 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 9h 22m to get from Dunsmuir to San Rafael, including transfers.

Train or bus from Dunsmuir to San Rafael?

The best way to get from Dunsmuir to San Rafael is to train via Sacramento which takes 9h 22m and costs $60 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $160 and takes 9h 32m.

Can I drive from Dunsmuir to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunsmuir to San Rafael is 264 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Dunsmuir to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 464+ hotels available in San Rafael.

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

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

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

Train via Sacramento (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Dunsmuir Amtrak Station to SacramentoCoast Starlight
2. Take the train from Sacramento to RichmondCapitol Corridor
9h 22m
$63–591
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dunsmuir Amtrak Station to EmeryvilleCoast Starlight
9h 55m
$42–127
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Mt Shasta to Sacramento Bus StationGreyhound US0500
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Vallejo Transit CenterGreyhound US0870
9h 32m
$92–156
Drive 262.4 mi
1. Drive from Dunsmuir to San Rafael262.4 mi
4h 20m
$48–70
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Dunsmuir Amtrak Station to Redding Amtrak
2. Fly from Redding Municipal Airport (RDD) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)RDD - SFO
3. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Larkspur - dropoff
7h 35m
$59–300

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

7Weekly Services

9h 22mAverage Duration

$63Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dunsmuir to San Rafael.

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Distance: 307.3 mi
Duration: 9h 22m

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

You can take a train from Dunsmuir Amtrak Station to Andersen Dr & Francisco Blvd W via Sacramento, Richmond, Richmond, El Cerrito Del Norte, and El Cerrito del Norte BART Station in around 9h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Dunsmuir to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Mt Shasta, Sacramento Bus Station, Vallejo Transit Center, and El Cerrito del Norte BART Station in around 9h 32m.

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