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

The cheapest way to get from Petaluma to San Rafael is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Petaluma to San Rafael is to drive which takes 24 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Petaluma and San Rafael?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Petaluma Blvd S & F St and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

Is there a direct train between Petaluma and San Rafael?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from SMART Petaluma Downtown and arriving at SMART San Rafael. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Petaluma to San Rafael?

The distance between Petaluma and San Rafael is 22 miles. The road distance is 21.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Petaluma to San Rafael without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs .

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

The train from SMART Petaluma Downtown to SMART San Rafael takes 35 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

Petaluma to San Rafael bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, depart from Petaluma Blvd S & F St station.

Where do I catch the Petaluma to San Rafael train from?

Petaluma to San Rafael train services, operated by SMART, depart from SMART Petaluma Downtown station.

Train or bus from Petaluma to San Rafael?

The best way to get from Petaluma to San Rafael is to train which takes 35 min and costs . Alternatively, you can line 101 bus, which costs $6 - $9 and takes 42 min.

Where does the Petaluma to San Rafael bus arrive?

Petaluma to San Rafael bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A station.

Where does the Petaluma to San Rafael train arrive?

Petaluma to San Rafael train services, operated by SMART, arrive at SMART San Rafael station.

Can I drive from Petaluma to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Petaluma to San Rafael is 22 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Petaluma to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 415+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Petaluma to San Rafael - 4 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from Petaluma to San Rafael by train, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from SMART Petaluma Downtown to SMART San Rafaeltrain Smart
35 min
Drive 21.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Petaluma to San Rafaelcar 21.6 mi
24 min
$4–6
Line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Petaluma Blvd S & F St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Abus 101
42 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Petaluma to San Rafaeltaxi 21.6 mi
24 min
$80–100

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Petaluma to San Rafael.

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Distance: 21.5 mi
Duration: 35 min

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

SMART operates a train from SMART Petaluma Downtown to SMART San Rafael twice daily, and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, Golden Gate Transit operates a bus from Petaluma Blvd S & F St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A hourly. Tickets cost $6–9 and the journey takes 42 min.

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