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

The cheapest way to get from Embarcadero to San Rafael is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Embarcadero to San Rafael is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs $70 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Embarcadero 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 56 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Embarcadero and San Rafael?

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

How far is it from Embarcadero to San Rafael?

The distance between Embarcadero and San Rafael is 13 miles. The road distance is 18.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Embarcadero to San Rafael without a car is to ferry which takes 35 min and costs $6 - $15.

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

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

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

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

Where does the Embarcadero to San Rafael bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Embarcadero to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Embarcadero to San Rafael is 19 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Embarcadero to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 375+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Embarcadero to San Rafael - 4 ways to travel via ferry, line 101 bus, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Embarcadero 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-Gate C to Larkspurferry Lssf
35 min
$6–15
Drive 18.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Embarcadero to San Rafaelcar 18.4 mi
27 min
$4–5
Line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Bbus 101 / ...
56 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Embarcadero to San Rafaeltaxi 18.4 mi
27 min
$70–85

Embarcadero to San Rafael by ferry

101Weekly Ferries

35 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Embarcadero to San Rafael.

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Distance: 13.3 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Embarcadero, San Francisco County, CA, USA and San Rafael, CA, USA?

Golden Gate Ferry operates a ferry from San Francisco-Gate C to Larkspur hourly. Tickets cost $6–14 and the journey takes 35 min. Golden Gate Transit also services this route 5 times a week. 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 56 min.

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