What is the cheapest way to get from Elk Grove to San Rafael?

The cheapest way to get from Elk Grove to San Rafael is to bus which costs $17 - $21 and takes 6h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elk Grove to San Rafael?

The fastest way to get from Elk Grove to San Rafael is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $17 - $26.

How far is it from Elk Grove to San Rafael?

The distance between Elk Grove and San Rafael is 110 miles. The road distance is 97.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elk Grove to San Rafael without a car is to tram and train and line 580 bus which takes 4h 34m and costs $45 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Elk Grove to San Rafael?

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Elk Grove to San Rafael, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elk Grove to San Rafael bus from?

Elk Grove to San Rafael bus services, operated by Sol Trans, depart from Mrak Hall Dr & Alumni Ln station.

Where does the Elk Grove to San Rafael bus arrive?

Elk Grove to San Rafael bus services, operated by Sol Trans, arrive at Fairfield Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Elk Grove to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Elk Grove to San Rafael is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Elk Grove to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 460+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Elk Grove to San Rafael - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 580 bus

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

No, there is no direct bus from Elk Grove to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from East Stockton Blvd & Bond Rd and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Y Street & 45Th, Mrak Hall Dr & Alumni Ln, Fairfield Transportation Center and El Cerrito del Norte BART Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

There are 3 ways to get from Elk Grove to San Rafael by tram, train, bus, or car

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Tram, train, line 580 bus
best
1. Take the tram from CRC Station to 8th & O Stationtram
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Richmondtrain
3. Take the bus from El Cerrito del Norte BART Station to Andersen Dr & Francisco Blvd Wbus 580
4h 34m
$49–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mrak Hall Dr & Alumni Ln to Fairfield Transportation Centerbus B
2. Take the bus from Fairfield Transportation Center to El Cerrito del Norte Stationbus R / ...
6h 30m
$18–20
Drive 96.6 mi
1. Drive from Elk Grove to San Rafaelcar 96.6 mi
1h 43m
$18–26

Elk Grove to San Rafael by bus

10Weekly Buses

6h 30mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Elk Grove to San Rafael.

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Distance: 109 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a bus from East Stockton Blvd & Bond Rd to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Y Street & 45Th, Mrak Hall Dr & Alumni Ln, Fairfield Transportation Center, and El Cerrito del Norte BART Station in around 6h 30m.

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