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

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Aptos is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Aptos is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and Aptos?

No, there is no direct bus from San Rafael to Aptos. However, there are services departing from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A and arriving at Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd via San Francisco Bus Station, Diridon Station and Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from San Rafael to Aptos?

The distance between San Rafael and Aptos is 107 miles. The road distance is 96.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Aptos without a car is to line 101 bus and Caltrain and bus which takes 4h 30m and costs $26 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from San Rafael to Aptos, including transfers.

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

San Rafael to Aptos bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, depart from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A station.

Where does the San Rafael to Aptos bus arrive?

San Rafael to Aptos bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at Mission St & Fremont St station.

Can I drive from San Rafael to Aptos?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Aptos is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from San Rafael to Aptos.

Where can I stay near Aptos?

There are 180+ hotels available in Aptos.

San Rafael to Aptos - 3 ways to travel via line 101 bus, Caltrain, bus, and car

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

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Line 101 bus, Caltrain, bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Mission St & 4th Stbus 101
2. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
4h 30m
$26–42
Drive 95.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Rafael to Aptoscar 95.7 mi
1h 53m
$18–26
Line 101 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Mission St & Fremont Stbus 101 / ...
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Bus Station to San Jose Diridon Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Frontbus 17
5h 34m
$23–41

San Rafael to Aptos by bus and train

220Weekly Services

4h 30mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 106.4 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd via San Francisco Bus Station, San Jose Diridon Station, Diridon Station, Soquel Ave & Front, and Front & Soquel Ave in around 5h 34m.

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