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

The cheapest way to get from Sacramento to San Rafael is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sacramento to San Rafael is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Sacramento and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Sacramento station to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Sacramento Bus Station and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Sacramento to San Rafael?

The distance between Sacramento and San Rafael is 92 miles. The road distance is 83.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sacramento to San Rafael without a car is to train and line 580 bus which takes 2h 35m and costs $30 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Sacramento to San Rafael, including transfers.

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

Sacramento to San Rafael bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Sacramento to San Rafael bus arrive?

Sacramento to San Rafael bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Francisco Bus Station.

Can I drive from Sacramento to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Sacramento to San Rafael is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Sacramento to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 456+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Sacramento to San Rafael - 3 ways to travel via train, line 580 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Sacramento to San Rafael by train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train, line 580 bus
best
1. Take the train from Sacramento to Richmondtrain Capitol Corridor
2. Take the bus from El Cerrito del Norte BART Station to Andersen Dr & Francisco Blvd Wbus 580 / ...
2h 35m
$31–61
Drive 82.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sacramento to San Rafaelcar 82.7 mi
1h 29m
$16–22
Bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Francisco Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0870
2. Take the bus from Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Bbus 101 / ...
3h 45m
$20–34

Sacramento to San Rafael by train, subway, and bus

97Weekly Services

2h 35mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 91.3 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via San Francisco Bus Station and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A in around 3h 45m.

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