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 28m.

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 which takes 4h 41m and costs $55 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m 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 464+ hotels available in San Rafael.

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

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 28m.

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

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from CRC Station to 12th & I StationBlue
2. Take the train from Sacramento to RichmondCapitol Corridor
4h 41m
$56–69
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mrak Hall Dr & Alumni Ln to Fairfield Transportation CenterB
2. Take the bus from Fairfield Transportation Center to El Cerrito del Norte StationR / ...
6h 28m
$18–20
Drive 96.6 mi
1. Drive from Elk Grove to San Rafael96.6 mi
1h 43m
$18–26

Elk Grove to San Rafael by bus

10Weekly Buses

6h 28mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 109.8 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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 28m.

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