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

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Cambria is to drive which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Cambria is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs $45 - $65.

How far is it from San Rafael to Cambria?

The distance between San Rafael and Cambria is 258 miles. The road distance is 246.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Cambria without a car is to train and taxi which takes 7h 43m and costs $140 - $430.

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

It takes approximately 7h 33m to get from San Rafael to Cambria, including transfers.

Can I drive from San Rafael to Cambria?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Cambria is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from San Rafael to Cambria.

Where can I stay near Cambria?

There are 171+ hotels available in Cambria.

San Rafael to Cambria - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from San Rafael to Cambria by bus, car, train, or taxi

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

Bus, drive
best
1. Take the bus from San Francisco to Salinas
2. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to Canal / Bassett Street23 / ...
3. Drive from Canal / Bassett Street to Cambria
7h 33m
Drive 245.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Rafael to Cambria245.4 mi
4h 23m
$45–65
Train, taxi (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Oakland to Paso Robles Amtrak StationCoast Starlight
2. Take the taxi from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Cambria
7h 43m
$149–422
Bus, drive via San Francisco
1. Take the bus from San Francisco to Salinas Train Station
2. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to Canal / Bassett Street23 / ...
3. Drive from Canal / Bassett Street to Cambria
7h 52m
$49–77
Train, bus, drive
1. Take the train from Oakland to Salinas
2. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to Canal / Bassett Street23 / ...
3. Drive from Canal / Bassett Street to Cambria
8h 55m
$52–100

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from San Rafael to Cambria.

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Distance: 256.5 mi
Duration: 7h 33m

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

There is no direct connection from San Rafael to Cambria. However, you can take the line 101 bus to Mission St & Fremont St, walk to San Francisco, take the bus to Salinas, walk to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9, take the bus to Canal / Bassett Street, then drive to Cambria. Alternatively, you can take the line 580 bus to El Cerrito del Norte BART Station, walk to El Cerrito Del Norte, take the subway to Lake Merritt, walk to Oakland, take the train to Paso Robles Amtrak Station, then take the taxi to Cambria.

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