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

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Watsonville is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Watsonville is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct bus from San Rafael to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A and arriving at Rodriguez / Second via San Francisco and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from San Rafael to Watsonville?

The distance between San Rafael and Watsonville is 117 miles. The road distance is 105.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Watsonville without a car is to Caltrain and bus and line 2 bus which takes 4h 57m and costs $21 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from San Rafael to Watsonville, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the San Rafael to Watsonville bus arrive?

San Rafael to Watsonville bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at Mission St & Fremont St station.

Can I drive from San Rafael to Watsonville?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Watsonville is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from San Rafael to Watsonville.

Where can I stay near Watsonville?

There are 147+ hotels available in Watsonville.

San Rafael to Watsonville - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, bus, and line 2 bus

There are 4 ways to get from San Rafael to Watsonville by train, bus, car, subway, or bus (Amtrak)

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

Caltrain, bus, line 2 bus
best
1. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Front17
3. Take the bus from Front & Soquel Ave to W Lake Ave & Main2 / ...
4h 57m
$21–36
Drive 104.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Rafael to Watsonville104.8 mi
2h 2m
$20–28
BART, bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the subway from El Cerrito Del Norte to Berryessa / North San Jose
2. Take the bus from Diridon Station to Soquel Ave & Front17
3. Take the bus from Front & Soquel Ave to W Lake Ave & Main2 / ...
5h 1m
$20–38
Line 101 bus, bus, line 28 bus
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Mission St & Fremont St101 / ...
2. Take the bus from San Francisco to Salinas
3. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 to Rodriguez / Second28 / ...
5h 43m

San Rafael to Watsonville by bus and train

210Weekly Services

4h 57mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from San Rafael to Watsonville.

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Distance: 116.5 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Rodriguez / Second via Mission St & Fremont St, San Francisco, Salinas, and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 in around 5h 43m.

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