What is the cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Silicon Valley?

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Silicon Valley is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Rafael to Silicon Valley?

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Silicon Valley is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and Silicon Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from San Rafael to Silicon Valley. However, there are services departing from Larkspur - pickup and arriving at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 via SFO Airport Terminal G-Lower Level and Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from San Rafael to Silicon Valley?

The distance between San Rafael and Silicon Valley is 50 miles. The road distance is 50.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Silicon Valley without a car is to line 101 bus and Caltrain which takes 1h 59m and costs $15 - $20.

How long does it take to get from San Rafael to Silicon Valley?

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from San Rafael to Silicon Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Rafael to Silicon Valley bus from?

San Rafael to Silicon Valley bus services, operated by Marin Airporter, depart from Larkspur - pickup station.

Where does the San Rafael to Silicon Valley bus arrive?

San Rafael to Silicon Valley bus services, operated by Marin Airporter, arrive at San Francisco Airport station.

Can I drive from San Rafael to Silicon Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Silicon Valley is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from San Rafael to Silicon Valley.

Where can I stay near Silicon Valley?

There are 484+ hotels available in Silicon Valley.

San Rafael to Silicon Valley - 4 ways to travel via line 101 bus, and Caltrain

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There are 4 ways to get from San Rafael to Silicon Valley by bus, train, or car

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Line 101 bus, Caltrain
best
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Mission St & 4th Stbus 101
2. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to Palo Alto Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
1h 59m
$15–20
Drive 50.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Rafael to Silicon Valleycar 50.4 mi
1h 2m
$10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Larkspur - pickup to San Francisco Airportbus To SFO
2. Take the bus from Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr / ...
2h 57m
$38
Line 101 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Mission St & 2nd Stbus 101
2. Take the bus from San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr
3h 12m
$12–17

San Rafael to Silicon Valley by bus and train

297Weekly Services

1h 59mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 49.6 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Larkspur - pickup to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 via San Francisco Airport, SFO Airport Terminal G-Lower Level, and Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 in around 2h 57m.

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