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

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Truckee is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Truckee is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and Truckee?

No, there is no direct bus from San Rafael to Truckee. However, there are services departing from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A and arriving at Donner Pass Rd and Truckee Way East via Hyde St & Grove St, San Francisco - 16th St and Northstar Village Gate # 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from San Rafael to Truckee?

The distance between San Rafael and Truckee is 235 miles. The road distance is 183.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Truckee without a car is to bus via Northstar Village Gate # 8 which takes 6h 53m and costs $103 - $106.

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from San Rafael to Truckee, including transfers.

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

San Rafael to Truckee bus services, operated by Tahoe Ski Trips, depart from San Francisco - 16th St station.

Train or bus from San Rafael to Truckee?

The best way to get from San Rafael to Truckee is to bus via Northstar Village Gate # 8 which takes 6h 53m and costs $103 - $106. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $270 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the San Rafael to Truckee bus arrive?

San Rafael to Truckee bus services, operated by Tahoe Ski Trips, arrive at Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar station.

Can I drive from San Rafael to Truckee?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Truckee is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from San Rafael to Truckee.

Where can I stay near Truckee?

There are 1733+ hotels available in Truckee.

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

There are 5 ways to get from San Rafael to Truckee by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Bus via Northstar Village Gate # 8
best
1. Take the bus from San Francisco - 16th St to Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstarbus Northstar
6h 53m
$103–105
Drive 182.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Rafael to Truckeecar 182.7 mi
3h 12m
$34–49
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Richmond to Truckee Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
7h 8m
$42–261
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Hwy 101 @ Seminary Dr Bus Padbus
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)plane SFO - RNO
3. Take the bus from Reno Tahoe International Airport to Truckee Depot - Arrivebus
5h 15m
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from San Francisco Bus Station to Truckeebus Greyhound US0870
7h 37m
$36–54

San Rafael to Truckee by bus, subway, and train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

7h 8mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 234.1 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

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

Tahoe Ski Trips operates a bus from San Francisco - 16th St to Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar on demand. Tickets cost $95 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Richmond to Truckee Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $35–250 and the journey takes 5h 26m.

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