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

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Sunnyvale is to drive which costs $10 - $16 and takes 1h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Sunnyvale is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs $10 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and Sunnyvale?

No, there is no direct bus from San Rafael to Sunnyvale. However, there are services departing from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A and arriving at El Camino & Mathilda via Mission St & 7th St, Millbrae Transit Center-Bay 13 West Busway and Palo Alto Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from San Rafael to Sunnyvale?

The distance between San Rafael and Sunnyvale is 59 miles. The road distance is 58.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Sunnyvale without a car is to line 101 bus and Caltrain which takes 2h 14m and costs $16 - $22.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from San Rafael to Sunnyvale, including transfers.

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

San Rafael to Sunnyvale bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Mission St & 7th St station.

Where does the San Rafael to Sunnyvale bus arrive?

San Rafael to Sunnyvale bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Millbrae Transit Center-Bay 12 West Busway station.

Can I drive from San Rafael to Sunnyvale?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Sunnyvale is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from San Rafael to Sunnyvale.

Where can I stay near Sunnyvale?

There are 575+ hotels available in Sunnyvale.

San Rafael to Sunnyvale - 3 ways to travel via line 101 bus, and Caltrain

There are 3 ways to get from San Rafael to Sunnyvale by bus, train, 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 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 Sunnyvale Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2h 14m
$16–22
Drive 58.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Rafael to Sunnyvalecar 58.2 mi
1h 9m
$11–16
Line 292 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Mission St & 7th St to Millbrae Transit Center-Bay 12 West Buswaybus 292 / ...
2. Take the bus from Millbrae Transit Center-Bay 13 West Busway to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr / ...
4h 37m
$12–22

San Rafael to Sunnyvale by bus and train

297Weekly Services

2h 14mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from San Rafael to Sunnyvale.

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Distance: 58.3 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

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

You can take a bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to El Camino & Mathilda via Mission St & 7th St, Millbrae Transit Center-Bay 13 West Busway, and Palo Alto Transit Center in around 4h 37m.

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