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

The cheapest way to get from Stanford to San Rafael is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanford to San Rafael is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Stanford and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanford to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Stanford Oval and arriving at Larkspur - dropoff via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9, Millbrae BART-Bay 12 West Busway and San Francisco Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Stanford to San Rafael?

The distance between Stanford and San Rafael is 53 miles. The road distance is 50.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanford to San Rafael without a car is to Caltrain and line 101 bus which takes 2h 43m and costs $15 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Stanford to San Rafael, including transfers.

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

Stanford to San Rafael bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 station.

Where does the Stanford to San Rafael bus arrive?

Stanford to San Rafael bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at El Camino Real & Linden Ave station.

Can I drive from Stanford to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanford to San Rafael is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Stanford to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 441+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Stanford to San Rafael - 5 ways to travel via Caltrain, line 101 bus, and ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Stanford to San Rafael by train, bus, ferry, subway, 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.

Caltrain, line 101 bus
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Bbus 101 / ...
2h 43m
$15–20
Drive 50.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stanford to San Rafaelcar 50.6 mi
1h 6m
$10–14
Caltrain, ferry
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the ferry from Oracle Park Ferry Terminal to Larkspur Ferry Terminalferry Larkspur
2h 57m
$13–27
Caltrain, BART, line 580 bus
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Take the subway from Millbrae to El Cerrito Del Nortesubway
3. Take the bus from El Cerrito del Norte BART Station to Andersen Dr & Francisco Blvd Wbus 580
3h 27m
$21–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to El Camino Real & Linden Avebus Ecr / ...
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Larkspur - dropoffbus From SFO
3h 38m
$35–41

Stanford to San Rafael by bus and train

236Weekly Services

2h 43mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 52.3 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Stanford Oval to Larkspur - dropoff via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 5, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9, El Camino Real & Linden Ave, Millbrae BART-Bay 12 West Busway, SFO Airport Terminal G-Lower Level, and San Francisco Airport in around 3h 38m.

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