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

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Bishop is to drive which costs $55 - $80 and takes 6h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Bishop is to bus and fly which takes 4h 3m and costs $65 - $320.

How far is it from San Rafael to Bishop?

The distance between San Rafael and Bishop is 258 miles. The road distance is 304.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Bishop without a car is to bus which takes 13h 52m and costs $70 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from San Rafael to Bishop, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the San Rafael to Bishop bus arrive?

San Rafael to Bishop bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sparks Transit Center station.

Can I drive from San Rafael to Bishop?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Bishop is 305 miles. It takes approximately 6h 24m to drive from San Rafael to Bishop.

Where can I stay near Bishop?

There are 23+ hotels available in Bishop.

San Rafael to Bishop - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and Bishop?

No, there is no direct bus from San Rafael to Bishop. However, there are services departing from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A and arriving at Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street via San Francisco Bus Station and Reno - RTC Centennial Plaza Bay "O" - 1421 Victorian Avenue, Sparks, NV 89431. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 52m.

There are 4 ways to get from San Rafael to Bishop by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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

Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Hwy 101 @ Seminary Dr Bus Padbus
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Bishop Airport (BIH)plane SFO - BIH
4h 3m
$68–315
Drive 303 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Rafael to Bishopcar 303 mi
6h 24m
$56–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Francisco Bus Station to Sparks Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0870
2. Take the bus from Reno - RTC Centennial Plaza Bay "O" - 1421 Victorian Avenue, Sparks, NV 89431 to Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Streetbus 395 Route North
13h 52m
$71–184
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Richmond to Renotrain California Zephyr
2. Take the bus from Reno - RTC Centennial Plaza Bay "O" - 1421 Victorian Avenue, Sparks, NV 89431 to Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Streetbus 395 Route North
14h 42m
$154–711

San Rafael to Bishop by bus

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13h 52mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from San Rafael to Bishop.

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Distance: 256.2 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street via San Francisco Bus Station, Sparks Transit Center, and Reno - RTC Centennial Plaza Bay "O" - 1421 Victorian Avenue, Sparks, NV 89431 in around 13h 52m.

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