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

The cheapest way to get from Monterey to San Rafael is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Monterey to San Rafael is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Monterey and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Monterey to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Tyler / Franklin and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Salinas and Mission St & 2nd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Monterey to San Rafael?

The distance between Monterey and San Rafael is 148 miles. The road distance is 132.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Monterey to San Rafael without a car is to line 20 bus and bus and line 101 bus which takes 5h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Monterey to San Rafael, including transfers.

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

Monterey to San Rafael bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from Tyler / Franklin station.

Where does the Monterey to San Rafael bus arrive?

Monterey to San Rafael bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 station.

Can I drive from Monterey to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Monterey to San Rafael is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Monterey to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 472+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Monterey to San Rafael - 6 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Monterey to San Rafael by bus (Amtrak), bus, train, car, plane, ferry, or shuttle

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

Line 20 bus, bus, line 101 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tyler / Franklin to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 720
2. Take the bus from Salinas to San Francisco
3. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B101 / ...
5h 18m
Drive 132.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Monterey to San Rafael132.1 mi
2h 22m
$25–35
Line 20 bus, train, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Tyler / Franklin to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 720
2. Take the train from Salinas to Oakland
3. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B101 / ...
6h 24m
$35–71
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)MRY - SFO
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Larkspur - dropoff
3h 51m
$49–233
Line 20 bus, bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Tyler / Franklin to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 720
2. Take the bus from Salinas Train Station to San Francisco
3. Take the ferry from Oracle Park Ferry Terminal to Larkspur Ferry Terminal
5h 37m
$32–94
Shuttle, line 292 bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Monterey - Calle Principal / Parking Garage to SFO Airport Terminal 2-Lower LevelMonterey Airbus
2. Take the bus from SFO Airport Terminal 2-Lower Level to Mission St & 1st St292 / ...
5h 17m
$70–84

Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) flights

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Map of how to get from Monterey to San Rafael.

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Distance: 147.4 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Tyler / Franklin to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Salinas, San Francisco, and Mission St & 2nd St in around 5h 18m.

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