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

The cheapest way to get from Morro Bay to San Rafael is to bus via Santa Maria which costs $40 - $80 and takes 10h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Morro Bay to San Rafael is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs $45 - $65.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Morro Bay to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Morro Bay Park and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Government Center, Santa Maria, Townsend St & 5th St and Larkin St & Grove St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 43m.

How far is it from Morro Bay to San Rafael?

The distance between Morro Bay and San Rafael is 281 miles. The road distance is 247.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Morro Bay to San Rafael without a car is to bus which takes 8h 19m and costs $140 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 8h 19m to get from Morro Bay to San Rafael, including transfers.

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

Morro Bay to San Rafael bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, depart from Government Center station.

Train or bus from Morro Bay to San Rafael?

The best way to get from Morro Bay to San Rafael is to bus which takes 8h 19m and costs $140 - $210. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $130 - $250 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Morro Bay to San Rafael bus arrive?

Morro Bay to San Rafael bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, arrive at Cypress & Nicholson station.

Can I drive from Morro Bay to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Morro Bay to San Rafael is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Morro Bay to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 401+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Morro Bay to San Rafael - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Morro Bay to San Rafael by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, plane, bus, or bus (Flixbus)

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

Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to Emeryvillebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 19m
$148–209
Bus via Santa Maria
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Government Center to Cypress & Nicholsonbus 10S
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria to San Franciscobus FlixBus 2005
10h 43m
$41–75
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Emeryvilletrain Coast Starlight
9h 10m
$138–249
Drive 245.6 mi
1. Drive from Morro Bay to San Rafaelcar 245.6 mi
4h 24m
$45–65
Fly, bus
1. Fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SBP - SFO
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Larkspur - dropoffbus
5h 21m
$64–256

Morro Bay to San Rafael by bus

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10h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 279.8 mi
Duration: 8h 19m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from San Luis Obispo to Emeryville 4 times a day. Tickets cost $75–120 and the journey takes 5h 35m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Luis Obispo to Emeryville once daily. Tickets cost $65–160 and the journey takes 6h 26m.

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