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

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to San Rafael is to bus and line 101 bus which costs $21 - $35 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salinas to San Rafael is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Salinas station to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Salinas Train Station and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Townsend St & Lusk St and Mission St & 2nd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Salinas to San Rafael?

The distance between Salinas and San Rafael is 127 miles. The road distance is 120.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to San Rafael without a car is to bus and line 101 bus which takes 3h 36m and costs $21 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Salinas to San Rafael, including transfers.

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

Salinas to San Rafael bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Salinas Train Station.

Where does the Salinas to San Rafael bus arrive?

Salinas to San Rafael bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Francisco station.

Can I drive from Salinas to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to San Rafael is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Salinas to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 973+ hotels available in San Rafael.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Salinas to San Rafael by bus (Flixbus), train, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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

Bus, line 101 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Salinas Train Station to San Franciscobus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Bbus 101
3h 36m
$22–34
Train, line 101 bus
1. Take the train from Salinas to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Bbus 101
4h 35m
$37–76
Drive 119.9 mi
1. Drive from Salinas to San Rafaelcar 119.9 mi
2h 8m
$22–32
Bus, line 101 bus via Oakland
1. Take the bus from Salinas to Oaklandbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Bbus 101
4h 32m
$44–70

Salinas to San Rafael by bus and foot

4Weekly Services

3h 36mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Salinas to San Rafael.

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Distance: 126.7 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Salinas Train Station to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via San Francisco, Townsend St & Lusk St, Kearny St & Geary St, and Mission St & 2nd St in around 3h 36m.

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