What is the cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Mount Shasta?

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Mount Shasta is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 4h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Rafael to Mount Shasta?

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Mount Shasta is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and Mount Shasta?

No, there is no direct bus from San Rafael to Mount Shasta. However, there are services departing from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B and arriving at Mt Shasta via El Cerrito del Norte Station, Vallejo Transit Center and Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 29m.

How far is it from San Rafael to Mount Shasta?

The distance between San Rafael and Mount Shasta is 311 miles. The road distance is 272.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Mount Shasta without a car is to bus which takes 9h 29m and costs $65 - $110.

How long does it take to get from San Rafael to Mount Shasta?

It takes approximately 9h 29m to get from San Rafael to Mount Shasta, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Rafael to Mount Shasta bus from?

San Rafael to Mount Shasta bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Vallejo Transit Center station.

Where does the San Rafael to Mount Shasta bus arrive?

San Rafael to Mount Shasta bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Can I drive from San Rafael to Mount Shasta?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Mount Shasta is 273 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from San Rafael to Mount Shasta.

Where can I stay near Mount Shasta?

There are 45+ hotels available in Mount Shasta.

San Rafael to Mount Shasta - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from San Rafael to Mount Shasta by bus (Greyhound), 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.

Bus (Greyhound)
best
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 29m
$68–108
Drive 271.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Rafael to Mount Shasta271.1 mi
4h 29m
$50–72
Train, bus via Sacramento
1. Take the train from Richmond to Sacramento
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Redding Amtrak
3. Take the bus from Redding Bus Station to Mt Shasta
9h 32m
$83–146
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Emeryville to Redding AmtrakCoast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Redding Bus Station to Mt ShastaGreyhound US0500
10h 34m
$81–184

San Rafael to Mount Shasta by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

9h 29mAverage Duration

$68Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from San Rafael to Mount Shasta.

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Distance: 308.7 mi
Duration: 9h 29m

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

You can take a bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B to Mt Shasta via El Cerrito del Norte Station, Vallejo Transit Center, and Sacramento Bus Station in around 9h 29m.

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