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 drive which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 25m.

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 25m and costs $45 - $65.

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 20m and costs $140 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 8h 20m to get from Morro Bay to San Rafael, including transfers.

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 20m and costs $140 - $220. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $120 - $220 and takes 9h 11m.

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 25m to drive from Morro Bay to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 460+ 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 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 (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to Emeryvillebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 20m
$143–219
Drive 245.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Morro Bay to San Rafaelcar 245.6 mi
4h 25m
$45–65
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Emeryvilletrain Coast Starlight
9h 11m
$123–219
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 23m
$51–254
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Government Center to North County Transit Centerbus 9N
2. Take the train from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to San Josetrain
3. Take the bus from San Jose Diridon Station to San Francisco Bus Stationbus
10h 48m
$52–114

Morro Bay to San Rafael by bus and train

7Weekly Services

10h 48mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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

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Distance: 279.8 mi
Duration: 8h 20m

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 $70–130 and the journey takes 5h 35m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Luis Obispo to Emeryville once daily. Tickets cost $50–130 and the journey takes 6h 26m.

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