What is the cheapest way to get from Pleasant Hill to San Rafael?

The cheapest way to get from Pleasant Hill to San Rafael is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pleasant Hill to San Rafael?

The fastest way to get from Pleasant Hill to San Rafael is to drive which takes 42 min and costs $6 - $9.

How far is it from Pleasant Hill to San Rafael?

The distance between Pleasant Hill and San Rafael is 37 miles. The road distance is 33.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pleasant Hill to San Rafael without a car is to BART and line 580 bus which takes 2h 4m and costs $11 - $18.

How long does it take to get from Pleasant Hill to San Rafael?

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Pleasant Hill to San Rafael, including transfers.

Can I drive from Pleasant Hill to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Pleasant Hill to San Rafael is 34 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Pleasant Hill to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 434+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Pleasant Hill to San Rafael - 4 ways to travel via BART, line 580 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Pleasant Hill to San Rafael by subway, 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.

BART, line 580 bus
best
1. Take the subway from Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa Centre to MacArthursubway Yellow-S
2. Take the bus from El Cerrito del Norte BART Station to Andersen Dr & Francisco Blvd Wbus 580 / ...
2h 4m
$11–17
Drive 33.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pleasant Hill to San Rafaelcar 33.5 mi
42 min
$7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pleasant Hill to San Rafaeltaxi 33.5 mi
42 min
$120–150
BART, line 101 bus
1. Take the subway from Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa Centre to Montgomery Streetsubway Yellow-S
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Bbus 101 / ...
2h 6m
$12–18

Pleasant Hill to San Rafael by bus and subway

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2h 4mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Pleasant Hill to San Rafael.

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Distance: 36.5 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

There is no direct connection from Pleasant Hill to San Rafael. However, you can take the line 316 bus to Pleasant Hill BART, walk to Pleasant Hill / Contra Costa Centre, take the subway to MacArthur, take the subway to El Cerrito Del Norte, walk to El Cerrito del Norte BART Station, then take the line 580 bus to Andersen Dr & Francisco Blvd W. Alternatively, you can drive from Pleasant Hill to San Rafael in around 42 min.

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