What is the cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Crescent City?

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Crescent City is to bus via Hwy 101 - Leggett which costs $50 - $85 and takes 10h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Rafael to Crescent City?

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Crescent City is to bus and fly which takes 3h 12m and costs $170 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and Crescent City?

No, there is no direct bus from San Rafael to Crescent City. However, there are services departing from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B and arriving at Cultural Center Transit Hub via Petaluma and Arcata Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 11m.

How far is it from San Rafael to Crescent City?

The distance between San Rafael and Crescent City is 335 miles. The road distance is 339.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Crescent City without a car is to bus which takes 10h 11m and costs $75 - $140.

How long does it take to get from San Rafael to Crescent City?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from San Rafael to Crescent City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Rafael to Crescent City bus from?

San Rafael to Crescent City bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Petaluma station.

Where does the San Rafael to Crescent City bus arrive?

San Rafael to Crescent City bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Arcata station.

Can I drive from San Rafael to Crescent City?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Crescent City is 340 miles. It takes approximately 6h 15m to drive from San Rafael to Crescent City.

Where can I stay near Crescent City?

There are 49+ hotels available in Crescent City.

San Rafael to Crescent City - 4 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

There are 4 ways to get from San Rafael to Crescent City by bus, plane, bus (Amtrak), 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 to Oakland International Airportbus
2. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Crescent City (CEC)plane OAK - CEC
3h 12m
$172–316
Bus via Hwy 101 - Leggett
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Petaluma to Leggett Amtrak Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Hwy 101 - Leggett to 3rd St & H Stbus
3. Take the bus from 3rd & H Streets - Eureka Transit Center to Cultural Center Transit Hubbus 20
10h 48m
$51–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Petaluma to Arcatabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Arcata Transit Center to Cultural Center Transit Hubbus 20
10h 11m
$79–139
Drive 338 mi
1. Drive from San Rafael to Crescent Citycar 338 mi
6h 15m
$62–90

San Rafael to Crescent City by bus

12Weekly Buses

10h 11mAverage Duration

$79Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from San Rafael to Crescent City.

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Distance: 333.5 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B to Cultural Center Transit Hub via Petaluma and Arcata Transit Center in around 10h 11m.

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