What is the cheapest way to get from Mission Bay to San Rafael?

The cheapest way to get from Mission Bay to San Rafael is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Mission Bay to San Rafael?

The fastest way to get from Mission Bay to San Rafael is to drive which takes 30 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Mission Bay and San Rafael?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Perry St & 3rd St and arriving at 4th St & C St. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct ferry between Mission Bay and San Rafael?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Oracle Park Ferry Terminal and arriving at Larkspur Ferry Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Mission Bay to San Rafael?

The distance between Mission Bay and San Rafael is 19 miles. The road distance is 20.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mission Bay to San Rafael without a car is to ferry which takes 1h and costs $6 - $16.

How long does it take to get from Mission Bay to San Rafael?

The ferry from Oracle Park Ferry Terminal to Larkspur Ferry Terminal takes 1h including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Mission Bay to San Rafael bus from?

Mission Bay to San Rafael bus services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, depart from Townsend St & 7th St station.

Where does the Mission Bay to San Rafael bus arrive?

Mission Bay to San Rafael bus services, operated by San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, arrive at Larkin St & Grove St station.

Can I drive from Mission Bay to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Mission Bay to San Rafael is 20 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Mission Bay to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 420+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Mission Bay to San Rafael - 5 ways to travel via ferry, and line 19 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Mission Bay to San Rafael by ferry, bus, car, or taxi

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 Oracle Park Ferry Terminal to Larkspur Ferry Terminalferry Larkspur
1h
$6–16
Drive 20.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mission Bay to San Rafaelcar 20.2 mi
30 min
$4–6
Line 19 bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Townsend St & 7th St to Larkin St & Grove Stbus 19
2. Take the bus from Larkin St & Grove St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Bbus 101
1h 12m
$8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mission Bay to San Rafaeltaxi 20.2 mi
30 min
$75–95
Line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Perry St & 3rd St to 4th St & C Stbus 132
1h 14m
$6–9

Mission Bay to San Rafael by bus

312Weekly Buses

1h 12mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mission Bay to San Rafael.

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Distance: 18.9 mi
Duration: 1h

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

Golden Gate Ferry operates a ferry from Oracle Park Ferry Terminal to Larkspur Ferry Terminal on demand. Tickets cost $6–16 and the journey takes 1h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Townsend St & 7th St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Larkin St & Grove St in around 1h 12m.

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