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

The cheapest way to get from Mendocino to San Rafael is to bus and train which costs $8 - $35 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mendocino to San Rafael is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Mendocino and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Mendocino to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Main St & Lansing St and arriving at San Rafael via Sonoma Co Airport Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Mendocino to San Rafael?

The distance between Mendocino and San Rafael is 169 miles. The road distance is 137.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mendocino to San Rafael without a car is to bus which takes 5h 52m and costs $30 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Mendocino to San Rafael, including transfers.

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

Mendocino to San Rafael bus services, operated by Mendocino Transit Authority, depart from Main St & Lansing St station.

Where does the Mendocino to San Rafael bus arrive?

Mendocino to San Rafael bus services, operated by Mendocino Transit Authority, arrive at Sonoma County Airport station.

Can I drive from Mendocino to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Mendocino to San Rafael is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Mendocino to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 449+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Mendocino to San Rafael - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Mendocino to San Rafael by bus, car, or train

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Main St & Lansing St to Sonoma County Airportbus 65
2. Take the bus from Sonoma Co Airport Terminal to San Rafaelbus Oakland Airport
5h 52m
$31–78
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Main St & Lansing St to Sonoma County Airportbus 65
2. Take the train from SMART Windsor to SMART San Rafaeltrain Smart
6h 21m
$8–33
Drive 136.3 mi
1. Drive from Mendocino to San Rafaelcar 136.3 mi
2h 54m
$25–36

Mendocino to San Rafael by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 52mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mendocino to San Rafael.

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Distance: 167.9 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Main St & Lansing St to San Rafael via Sonoma Co Airport Terminal in around 5h 52m.

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