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

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Exploratorium is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Exploratorium is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs $70 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and Exploratorium?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A and arriving at Battery St & Filbert St. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 40 min.

Is there a direct ferry between San Rafael and Exploratorium?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Larkspur Ferry Terminal and arriving at San Francisco Ferry Terminal-Gate C. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from San Rafael to Exploratorium?

The distance between San Rafael and Exploratorium is 18 miles. The road distance is 18.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Exploratorium without a car is to line 132 bus which takes 45 min and costs $6 - $9.

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

The line 132 bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Battery St & Filbert St takes 40 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

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

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

Where does the San Rafael to Exploratorium bus arrive?

San Rafael to Exploratorium bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at Battery St & Filbert St station.

Can I drive from San Rafael to Exploratorium?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Exploratorium is 18 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from San Rafael to Exploratorium.

Where can I stay near Exploratorium?

There are 870+ hotels available in Exploratorium.

San Rafael to Exploratorium - 6 ways to travel via line 132 bus, ferry

There are 6 ways to get from San Rafael to Exploratorium by bus, ferry, taxi, car, or tram

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

Line 132 bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Battery St & Filbert St132
45 min
$6–9
Drive 18.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Rafael to Exploratorium18.3 mi
26 min
$4–5
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Larkspur Ferry Terminal to San Francisco Ferry Terminal-Gate CLssf
46 min
$6–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Rafael to Exploratorium18.3 mi
26 min
$70–85
Line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Mission St & Fremont St101 / ...
1h 7m
$6–9
Line 101 bus, tram
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Mission St & 4th St101 / ...
2. Take the tram from Market St & 4th St to The Embarcadero & Green StF / ...
1h 13m
$8–10

San Rafael to Exploratorium by bus and foot

40Weekly Services

45 minAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 18.2 mi
Duration: 45 min

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

Golden Gate Transit operates a bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Battery St & Filbert St every 4 hours. Tickets cost $6–9 and the journey takes 40 min. Alternatively, Golden Gate Ferry operates a ferry from Larkspur Ferry Terminal to San Francisco Ferry Terminal-Gate C hourly. Tickets cost $6–14 and the journey takes 35 min.

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