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

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

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 and arriving at Little Lake St & Kasten St via Sonoma County Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from San Rafael to Mendocino?

The distance between San Rafael and Mendocino is 173 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 train and bus which takes 5h 25m and costs $23 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m 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 Groome Transportation, depart from San Rafael station.

Where does the San Rafael to Mendocino bus arrive?

San Rafael to Mendocino bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, arrive at Sonoma Co Airport Terminal 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 150+ hotels available in Mendocino.

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

There are 3 ways to get from San Rafael to Mendocino by train, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from SMART San Rafael to SMART Windsortrain Smart
2. Take the bus from Sonoma County Airport to Little Lake St & Kasten Stbus 65
5h 25m
$24–50
Drive 136.3 mi
1. Drive from San Rafael to Mendocinocar 136.3 mi
2h 53m
$25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Rafael to Sonoma Co Airport Terminalbus Sonoma County Airport
2. Take the bus from Sonoma County Airport to Little Lake St & Kasten Stbus 65
5h 33m
$27–75

San Rafael to Mendocino by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 33mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from San Rafael to Mendocino.

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Distance: 172.4 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

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

You can take a bus from San Rafael to Little Lake St & Kasten St via Sonoma County Airport in around 5h 33m.

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