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

The cheapest way to get from Placerville to San Rafael is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Placerville to San Rafael is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Placerville and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Placerville station to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Placerville Station Transfer Center and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via 8Th St & I St, Sacramento Bus Station, Vallejo Transit Center and El Cerrito del Norte BART Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Placerville to San Rafael?

The distance between Placerville and San Rafael is 137 miles. The road distance is 125.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Placerville to San Rafael without a car is to bus and train via Sacramento which takes 4h 55m and costs $50 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Placerville to San Rafael, including transfers.

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

Placerville to San Rafael bus services, operated by El Dorado Transit, depart from Placerville Station Transfer Center.

Where does the Placerville to San Rafael bus arrive?

Placerville to San Rafael bus services, operated by El Dorado Transit, arrive at Sacramento - Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Placerville to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Placerville to San Rafael is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Placerville to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 464+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Placerville to San Rafael - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and tram

There are 6 ways to get from Placerville to San Rafael by bus, train, car, tram, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Bus, train via Sacramento
best
1. Take the bus from Ray Lawyer Drive Park and Ride to S Street at 65th StreetC / ...
2. Take the train from Sacramento to RichmondCapitol Corridor
4h 55m
$52–69
Drive 124.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Placerville to San Rafael124.8 mi
2h 10m
$23–33
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Placerville Station Transfer Center to Sacramento - AmtrakSac/SLT Connecting Bus
2. Take the train from Sacramento to RichmondCapitol Corridor
5h 21m
$32–45
Bus, tram, train
1. Take the bus from Placerville Station Transfer Center to Iron Point station50x
2. Take the tram from Iron Point Station to Sacramento Valley Station
3. Take the train from Sacramento to Richmond
6h 26m
$36–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Placerville Station Transfer Center to Sacramento - AmtrakSac/SLT Connecting Bus
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Vallejo Transit CenterGreyhound US0870
6h 59m
$28–49
Bus, train via Fairfield
1. Take the bus from Placerville Station Transfer Center to Iron Point station50x
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Suisun-Fairfield
3. Take the bus from Spring St & Suisun-Fairfield Amtrak to El Cerrito del Norte StationR / ...
7h 31m
$28–37

Placerville to San Rafael by bus, train, and subway

7Weekly Services

5h 21mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 136 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Placerville Station Transfer Center to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Sacramento - Amtrak, 8Th St & I St, Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, Sacramento Bus Station, Vallejo Transit Center, and El Cerrito del Norte BART Station in around 6h 59m.

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