What is the cheapest way to get from Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael?

The cheapest way to get from Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 26 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael?

The fastest way to get from Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $70 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Embarcadero (Station) and San Rafael?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Embarcadero (Station) and San Rafael?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from San Francisco Ferry Terminal-Gate C and arriving at Larkspur Ferry Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael?

The distance between Embarcadero (Station) and San Rafael is 14 miles. The road distance is 18.7 miles.

How do I travel from Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael without a car?

The best way to get from Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael without a car is to ferry which takes 42 min and costs $6 - $14.

How long does it take to get from Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael?

The ferry from San Francisco Ferry Terminal-Gate C to Larkspur Ferry Terminal takes 35 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael bus from?

Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, depart from Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A station.

Where does the Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael bus arrive?

Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B station.

Can I drive from Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael is 19 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 459+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael - 4 ways to travel via ferry

There are 4 ways to get from Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael by ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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

Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from San Francisco Ferry Terminal-Gate C to Larkspur Ferry TerminalLssf
42 min
$6–14
Drive 18.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael18.6 mi
26 min
$4–5
Line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B101 / ...
59 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael18.6 mi
26 min
$70–85

Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael by foot and ferry

96Weekly Services

42 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Embarcadero (Station) to San Rafael.

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Distance: 13.7 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Embarcadero (Station), CA, USA and San Rafael, CA, USA?

Golden Gate Ferry operates a ferry from San Francisco Ferry Terminal-Gate C to Larkspur Ferry Terminal hourly. Tickets cost $6–14 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, Golden Gate Transit operates a bus from Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6–9 and the journey takes 55 min.

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