What is the cheapest way to get from Nevada City to San Rafael?

The cheapest way to get from Nevada City to San Rafael is to bus which costs $26 - $45 and takes 8h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nevada City to San Rafael?

The fastest way to get from Nevada City to San Rafael is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $26 - $40.

How far is it from Nevada City to San Rafael?

The distance between Nevada City and San Rafael is 158 miles. The road distance is 143.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nevada City to San Rafael without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 31m and costs $35 - $85.

How long does it take to get from Nevada City to San Rafael?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Nevada City to San Rafael, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nevada City to San Rafael bus from?

Nevada City to San Rafael bus services, operated by Nevada County Gold Country Stage, depart from Sacramento St at Adams St station.

Where does the Nevada City to San Rafael bus arrive?

Nevada City to San Rafael bus services, operated by Nevada County Gold Country Stage, arrive at Nevada St at Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Nevada City to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Nevada City to San Rafael is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Nevada City to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 441+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Nevada City to San Rafael - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Nevada City and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Nevada City to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Sacramento St at Adams St and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Auburn Station, 8Th St & K St, Sacramento Bus Station and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

There are 4 ways to get from Nevada City to San Rafael by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Sacramento St at Adams St to Nevada St at Amtrak Stationbus 5
2. Take the train from Auburn Amtrak to Richmondtrain Capitol Corridor
5h 31m
$38–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sacramento St at Adams St to Nevada St at Amtrak Stationbus 5
2. Take the bus from Auburn Station to J St & 8th Stbus 60
3. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Francisco Bus Stationbus
8h 31m
$26–45
Bus, train via Fairfield
1. Take the bus from Sacramento St at Adams St to Nevada St at Amtrak Stationbus 5
2. Take the train from Auburn Amtrak to Suisun-Fairfieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Spring St & Suisun-Fairfield Amtrak to El Cerrito del Norte Stationbus R / ...
6h 47m
$32–61
Drive 142.8 mi
1. Drive from Nevada City to San Rafaelcar 142.8 mi
2h 34m
$27–38

Nevada City to San Rafael by bus, train, and subway

6Weekly Services

5h 31mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.8 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Sacramento St at Adams St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Auburn Station, J St & 8th St, 8Th St & K St, Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, Sacramento Bus Station, San Francisco Bus Station, and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A in around 8h 31m.

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