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

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Placerville is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Placerville is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $22 - $35.

How far is it from San Rafael to Placerville?

The distance between San Rafael and Placerville is 137 miles. The road distance is 125.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Placerville without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 11m and costs $30 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from San Rafael to Placerville, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the San Rafael to Placerville bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from San Rafael to Placerville?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Placerville is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from San Rafael to Placerville.

Where can I stay near Placerville?

There are 63+ hotels available in Placerville.

San Rafael to Placerville - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and Placerville?

No, there is no direct bus from San Rafael to Placerville station. However, there are services departing from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B and arriving at Placerville Station Transfer Center via El Cerrito del Norte Station, Vallejo Transit Center, Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd and Sacramento - Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

There are 5 ways to get from San Rafael to Placerville by train, bus, bus (Greyhound), 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 Richmond to SacramentoCapitol Corridor / ...
2. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to Placerville Station Transfer CenterSac/SLT Connecting Bus
5h 11m
$33–46
Drive 124.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Rafael to Placerville124.8 mi
2h 10m
$23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vallejo Transit Center to Sacramento Bus StationGreyhound US0870
2. Take the bus from Sacramento - Amtrak to Placerville Station Transfer CenterSac/SLT Connecting Bus
6h 53m
$27–41
Train, bus via Folsom
1. Take the train from Richmond to SacramentoCapitol Corridor / ...
2. Take the bus from Iron Point station to Placerville Station Transfer Center50x
6h 50m
$36–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from El Cerrito del Norte Station to Spring St & Suisun-Fairfield AmtrakR / ...
2. Take the train from Suisun-Fairfield to Sacramento
3. Take the bus from Iron Point station to Placerville Station Transfer Center50x
8h 7m
$29–37

San Rafael to Placerville by bus, subway, and train

7Weekly Services

5h 11mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from San Rafael to Placerville.

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Distance: 135.9 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

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

You can take a bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B to Placerville Station Transfer Center via El Cerrito del Norte Station, Vallejo Transit Center, Sacramento Bus Station, Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, 7Th St & H St, and Sacramento - Amtrak in around 6h 53m.

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