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

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Mendocino is to bus which costs $14 - $35 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Mendocino is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and Mendocino?

No, there is no direct bus from San Rafael to Mendocino. However, there are services departing from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B and arriving at Little Lake St & Kasten St via 2nd Street Transit Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from San Rafael to Mendocino?

The distance between San Rafael and Mendocino is 171 miles. The road distance is 137.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Mendocino without a car is to bus which takes 5h 27m and costs $14 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from San Rafael to Mendocino, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the San Rafael to Mendocino bus arrive?

San Rafael to Mendocino bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at Santa Rosa Transit Mall station.

Can I drive from San Rafael to Mendocino?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Mendocino is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from San Rafael to Mendocino.

Where can I stay near Mendocino?

There are 143+ hotels available in Mendocino.

San Rafael to Mendocino - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from San Rafael to Mendocino by bus 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
best
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B to Santa Rosa Transit Mall101
2. Take the bus from 2nd Street Transit Mall to Little Lake St & Kasten St65
5h 27m
$14–34
Drive 136.3 mi
1. Drive from San Rafael to Mendocino136.3 mi
2h 53m
$25–36
Bus via Santa Rosa Airport (STS)
1. Take the bus from San Rafael to Sonoma Co Airport TerminalSonoma County Airport
2. Take the bus from Sonoma County Airport to Little Lake St & Kasten St65
5h 33m
$27–75

San Rafael to Mendocino by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 27mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.4 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

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

You can take a bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B to Little Lake St & Kasten St via 2nd Street Transit Mall in around 5h 27m.

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