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

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to San Rafael is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 7m.

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 7m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Salinas to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Mission St & 2nd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Salinas to San Rafael?

The distance between Salinas and San Rafael is 129 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 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m 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 Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Where does the Salinas to San Rafael bus arrive?

Salinas to San Rafael bus services, operated by Amtrak, 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 7m to drive from Salinas to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 472+ 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 (Amtrak), train, bus, car, or ferry

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 to San FranciscoAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B101 / ...
3h 25m
Drive 119.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salinas to San Rafael119.9 mi
2h 7m
$22–32
Train, line 101 bus
1. Take the train from Salinas to OaklandCoast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B101 / ...
4h 31m
$34–68
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Salinas Train Station to San FranciscoFlixBus 2005
2. Take the ferry from Oracle Park Ferry Terminal to Larkspur Ferry TerminalLarkspur
3h 44m
$31–88

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Salinas to San Rafael.

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Distance: 128 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Salinas to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via San Francisco and Mission St & 2nd St in around 3h 25m.

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