What is the cheapest way to get from Grass Valley to San Rafael?

The cheapest way to get from Grass Valley to San Rafael is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grass Valley to San Rafael?

The fastest way to get from Grass Valley to San Rafael is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Grass Valley and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Grass Valley to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from City Hall and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Auburn Station, 8Th St & K St, Sacramento Bus Station and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

How far is it from Grass Valley to San Rafael?

The distance between Grass Valley and San Rafael is 155 miles. The road distance is 139.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grass Valley to San Rafael without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 14m and costs $35 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Grass Valley to San Rafael?

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Grass Valley to San Rafael, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grass Valley to San Rafael bus from?

Grass Valley to San Rafael bus services, operated by Nevada County Gold Country Stage, depart from City Hall station.

Where does the Grass Valley to San Rafael bus arrive?

Grass Valley to San Rafael bus services, operated by Nevada County Gold Country Stage, arrive at Nevada St at Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Grass Valley to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Grass Valley to San Rafael is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Grass Valley to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 960+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Grass Valley to San Rafael - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Grass Valley to San Rafael by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from City Hall to Nevada St at Amtrak Stationbus 5
2. Take the train from Auburn Amtrak to Richmondtrain Capitol Corridor
5h 14m
$38–84
Drive 138.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grass Valley to San Rafaelcar 138.8 mi
2h 30m
$26–37
Bus, train via Fairfield
1. Take the bus from Tinloy St at Bank St to Nevada St at Amtrak Stationbus 5
2. Take the train from Auburn Amtrak to Suisun-Fairfieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Spring St & Suisun-Fairfield Amtrak to El Cerrito del Norte Stationbus R / ...
6h 37m
$32–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from City Hall to Nevada St at Amtrak Stationbus 5
2. Take the bus from Auburn Station to J St & 8th Stbus 60
3. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Francisco Bus Stationbus
8h 14m
$26–45

Grass Valley to San Rafael by bus, train, and subway

1Weekly Services

5h 14mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Grass Valley to San Rafael.

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Distance: 153.6 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a bus from City Hall to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Auburn Station, J St & 8th St, 8Th St & K St, Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, Sacramento Bus Station, San Francisco Bus Station, and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A in around 8h 14m.

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