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

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Petaluma is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Petaluma is to drive which takes 24 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and Petaluma?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B and arriving at Petaluma Blvd S & G St. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between San Rafael and Petaluma?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from SMART San Rafael and arriving at SMART Petaluma Downtown. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from San Rafael to Petaluma?

The distance between San Rafael and Petaluma is 22 miles. The road distance is 21.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Petaluma without a car is to train which takes 33 min and costs .

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

The train from SMART San Rafael to SMART Petaluma Downtown takes 33 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

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

Where do I catch the San Rafael to Petaluma train from?

San Rafael to Petaluma train services, operated by SMART, depart from SMART San Rafael station.

Train or bus from San Rafael to Petaluma?

The best way to get from San Rafael to Petaluma is to train which takes 33 min and costs . Alternatively, you can line 101 bus, which costs $6 - $9 and takes 34 min.

Where does the San Rafael to Petaluma bus arrive?

San Rafael to Petaluma bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at Petaluma Blvd S & G St station.

Where does the San Rafael to Petaluma train arrive?

San Rafael to Petaluma train services, operated by SMART, arrive at SMART Petaluma Downtown station.

Can I drive from San Rafael to Petaluma?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Petaluma is 22 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from San Rafael to Petaluma.

Where can I stay near Petaluma?

There are 196+ hotels available in Petaluma.

San Rafael to Petaluma - 4 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from San Rafael to Petaluma by train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from SMART San Rafael to SMART Petaluma DowntownSmart
33 min
Drive 21.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Rafael to Petaluma21.6 mi
24 min
$4–6
Line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B to Petaluma Blvd S & G St101
34 min
$6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Rafael to Petaluma21.6 mi
24 min
$80–100

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from San Rafael to Petaluma.

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Distance: 21.5 mi
Duration: 33 min

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

SMART operates a train from SMART San Rafael to SMART Petaluma Downtown twice daily, and the journey takes 33 min. Alternatively, Golden Gate Transit operates a bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B to Petaluma Blvd S & G St hourly. Tickets cost $6–9 and the journey takes 34 min.

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