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

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Dunsmuir is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Dunsmuir is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs $45 - $70.

How far is it from San Rafael to Dunsmuir?

The distance between San Rafael and Dunsmuir is 292 miles. The road distance is 264.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Dunsmuir without a car is to train via Sacramento which takes 9h 20m and costs $70 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from San Rafael to Dunsmuir, including transfers.

Train or bus from San Rafael to Dunsmuir?

The best way to get from San Rafael to Dunsmuir is to train via Sacramento which takes 9h 20m and costs $70 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $150 and takes 9h 40m.

Can I drive from San Rafael to Dunsmuir?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Dunsmuir is 264 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from San Rafael to Dunsmuir.

Where can I stay near Dunsmuir?

There are 34+ hotels available in Dunsmuir.

San Rafael to Dunsmuir - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from San Rafael to Dunsmuir by plane, car, train (Amtrak), or bus (Greyhound)

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

Fly, drive
best
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Redding Municipal Airport (RDD)SFO - RDD
2. Drive from Redding-Airport-RDD to Dunsmuir
4h 53m
$67–307
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Emeryville to Dunsmuir Amtrak StationCoast Starlight
10h 22m
$41–129
Train via Sacramento (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Richmond to SacramentoCapitol Corridor / ...
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Dunsmuir Amtrak StationCoast Starlight
9h 20m
$72–121
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Vallejo Transit Center to Sacramento Bus StationGreyhound US0870
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Mt ShastaGreyhound US0500
9h 40m
$98–148
Drive 262.7 mi
1. Drive from San Rafael to Dunsmuir262.7 mi
4h 21m
$48–70

San Rafael to Dunsmuir by bus, subway, and train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

9h 20mAverage Duration

$72Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from San Rafael to Dunsmuir.

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Distance: 290.3 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Bellam Blvd & I-580 to Dunsmuir Amtrak Station via El Cerrito del Norte BART Station, El Cerrito Del Norte, Richmond, Richmond, and Sacramento in around 9h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B to Dunsmuir via El Cerrito del Norte Station, Vallejo Transit Center, Sacramento Bus Station, and Mt Shasta in around 9h 40m.

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