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

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Capitola is to drive which costs $16 - $24 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Capitola is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs $16 - $24.

Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and Capitola?

No, there is no direct bus from San Rafael to Capitola. However, there are services departing from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A and arriving at 41st Ave & Clares via San Francisco, Diridon Station and Front & Soquel Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from San Rafael to Capitola?

The distance between San Rafael and Capitola is 102 miles. The road distance is 91.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Capitola without a car is to line 101 bus and Caltrain and bus which takes 4h 12m and costs $21 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from San Rafael to Capitola, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the San Rafael to Capitola bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from San Rafael to Capitola?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Capitola is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from San Rafael to Capitola.

Where can I stay near Capitola?

There are 150+ hotels available in Capitola.

San Rafael to Capitola - 4 ways to travel via line 101 bus, Caltrain, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from San Rafael to Capitola by bus, train, car, subway, 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.

Line 101 bus, Caltrain, bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Mission St & 4th St101 / ...
2. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Front17
4h 12m
$21–36
Drive 90.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Rafael to Capitola90.6 mi
1h 54m
$17–24
BART, bus
1. Take the subway from El Cerrito Del Norte to Berryessa / North San JoseOrange-S
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Front17
4h 23m
$20–38
Line 101 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Mission St & Fremont St101 / ...
2. Take the bus from San Francisco to San Jose
3. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Front17
4h 41m

San Rafael to Capitola by bus and train

210Weekly Services

4h 12mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 101.5 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to 41st Ave & Clares via Mission St & Fremont St, San Francisco, San Jose, Diridon Station, Soquel Ave & Front, and Front & Soquel Ave in around 4h 41m.

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