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 and arriving at San Rafael. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 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 hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 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 36 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 36 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Petaluma to San Rafael bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, depart from Petaluma 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 36 min and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21 - $55 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Petaluma to San Rafael bus arrive?

Petaluma to San Rafael bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, arrive at San Rafael 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 403+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Petaluma to San Rafael - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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
36 min
Drive 21.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Petaluma to San Rafaelcar 21.6 mi
24 min
$4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Petaluma to San Rafaelbus Oakland Airport
45 min
$21–55
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: 36 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 hourly, and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, Groome Transportation operates a bus from Petaluma to San Rafael every 3 hours. Tickets cost $21–55 and the journey takes 45 min.

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