What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Rosa to Portola?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Rosa to Portola is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Rosa to Portola?

The fastest way to get from Santa Rosa to Portola is to drive which takes 4h 28m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Rosa and Portola?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Rosa to Portola. However, there are services departing from Santa Rosa Transit Mall and arriving at 307 E. Sierra Ave via San Francisco Bus Station, Amtrak Reno and Hwy 70 & 395. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 43m.

How far is it from Santa Rosa to Portola?

The distance between Santa Rosa and Portola is 333 miles. The road distance is 238 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Rosa to Portola without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Rosa to Portola without a car is to bus which takes 11h 43m and costs $50 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Santa Rosa to Portola?

It takes approximately 11h 43m to get from Santa Rosa to Portola, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Rosa to Portola bus from?

Santa Rosa to Portola bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, depart from Santa Rosa Transit Mall station.

Where does the Santa Rosa to Portola bus arrive?

Santa Rosa to Portola bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at 1st St & Mission St station.

Can I drive from Santa Rosa to Portola?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Rosa to Portola is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from Santa Rosa to Portola.

Where can I stay near Portola?

There are 23+ hotels available in Portola.

Santa Rosa to Portola - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Santa Rosa to Portola by bus (Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Rosa Transit Mall to 1st St & Mission Stbus 172
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Bus Station to Reno Amtrakbus Greyhound US0870
11h 43m
$52–92
Drive 236.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Rosa to Portolacar 236.6 mi
4h 28m
$44–63
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Santa Rosa Amtrak Bus Stop to Martinezbus
2. Take the train from Martinez to Renotrain
3. Take the bus from Hwy 70 & 395 to Gullingbus
12h 33m
$92–181

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Distance: 330.9 mi
Duration: 11h 43m

What companies run services between Santa Rosa, CA, USA and Portola, Plumas County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Santa Rosa Transit Mall to 307 E. Sierra Ave via 1st St & Mission St, San Francisco Bus Station, Amtrak Reno, and Hwy 70 & 395 in around 11h 43m.

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