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

The cheapest way to get from Emeryville to San Rafael is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Emeryville to San Rafael is to drive which takes 23 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Emeryville and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Emeryville to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Emeryville and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Mission St & 2nd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Emeryville to San Rafael?

The distance between Emeryville and San Rafael is 21 miles. The road distance is 19.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Emeryville to San Rafael without a car is to BART and line 580 bus which takes 1h 21m and costs $7 - $12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Emeryville to San Rafael, including transfers.

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

Emeryville to San Rafael bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Emeryville station.

Where does the Emeryville to San Rafael bus arrive?

Emeryville to San Rafael bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Francisco station.

Can I drive from Emeryville to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Emeryville to San Rafael is 19 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Emeryville to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 464+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Emeryville to San Rafael - 5 ways to travel via BART, line 580 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Emeryville to San Rafael by subway, bus, car, taxi, or bus (Amtrak)

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

BART, line 580 bus
best
1. Take the subway from MacArthur to El Cerrito Del NorteOrange-N / ...
2. Take the bus from El Cerrito del Norte BART Station to Andersen Dr & Francisco Blvd W580 / ...
1h 21m
$8–11
Drive 19.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Emeryville to San Rafael19.3 mi
23 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Emeryville to San Rafael19.3 mi
23 min
$70–90
Bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Emeryville to San FranciscoAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B101 / ...
1h 35m
BART, line 101 bus
1. Take the subway from MacArthur to Montgomery StreetYellow-S / ...
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B101 / ...
1h 35m
$8–13

Emeryville to San Rafael by subway and bus

142Weekly Services

1h 21mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 20.5 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Emeryville to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via San Francisco and Mission St & 2nd St in around 1h 35m.

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