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 which costs $14 - $35 and takes 5h 30m.

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 53m 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 Transit Center-Platform A via Santa Rosa Transit Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Mendocino to San Rafael?

The distance between Mendocino and San Rafael is 145 miles. The road distance is 136.9 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 taxi and bus which takes 4h 13m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m 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 2nd Street Transit Mall 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 53m to drive from Mendocino to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 464+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Mendocino to San Rafael - 4 ways to travel via taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Mendocino to San Rafael by taxi, bus, 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.

Taxi, bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the taxi from Mendocino to Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop
2. Take the bus from Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop to PetalumaAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 13m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Main St & Lansing St to 2nd Street Transit Mall65
2. Take the bus from Santa Rosa Transit Mall to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A101
5h 30m
$15–35
Drive 136.1 mi
1. Drive from Mendocino to San Rafael136.1 mi
2h 53m
$25–36
Bus via Santa Rosa Airport (STS)
1. Take the bus from St. Anthony's Church to Sonoma County Airport65
2. Take the bus from Sonoma Co Airport Terminal to San RafaelOakland Airport
5h 58m
$27–78

Mendocino to San Rafael by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 30mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Mendocino to San Rafael.

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Distance: 144.5 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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 Transit Center-Platform A via Santa Rosa Transit Mall in around 5h 30m.

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