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

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Sacramento is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Sacramento is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and Sacramento?

No, there is no direct bus from San Rafael to Sacramento station. However, there are services departing from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B and arriving at Sacramento Bus Station via El Cerrito del Norte Station and Vallejo Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from San Rafael to Sacramento?

The distance between San Rafael and Sacramento is 91 miles. The road distance is 83.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Sacramento without a car is to line 580 bus and train which takes 3h 11m and costs $30 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from San Rafael to Sacramento, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the San Rafael to Sacramento bus arrive?

San Rafael to Sacramento bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at El Cerrito del Norte BART Station.

Can I drive from San Rafael to Sacramento?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Sacramento is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from San Rafael to Sacramento.

Where can I stay near Sacramento?

There are 296+ hotels available in Sacramento.

San Rafael to Sacramento - 4 ways to travel via train, line 580 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from San Rafael to Sacramento by bus, train, 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.

Line 580 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bellam Blvd & I-580 to El Cerrito del Norte BART Station580 / ...
2. Take the train from Richmond to SacramentoCapitol Corridor / ...
3h 11m
$32–41
Drive 82.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Rafael to Sacramento82.9 mi
1h 29m
$16–22
Line 580 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B to El Cerrito del Norte BART Station580 / ...
2. Take the bus from Vallejo Transit Center to Sacramento Bus StationGreyhound US0870
4h 9m
$23–33
Line 580 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B to El Cerrito del Norte BART Station580
2. Take the bus from El Cerrito del Norte Station to Spring St & Suisun-Fairfield AmtrakR / ...
3. Take the train from Suisun-Fairfield to Sacramento
4h 35m
$25–29

San Rafael to Sacramento by bus, subway, and train

99Weekly Services

3h 11mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from San Rafael to Sacramento.

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Distance: 91 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B to Sacramento Bus Station via El Cerrito del Norte Station and Vallejo Transit Center in around 4h 9m.

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