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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Sunnyvale and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunnyvale to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Mathilda 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 4h 8m.

How far is it from Sunnyvale to San Rafael?

The distance between Sunnyvale and San Rafael is 59 miles. The road distance is 58.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to San Rafael without a car is to Caltrain and line 101 bus which takes 2h 27m and costs $16 - $22.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Sunnyvale to San Rafael, including transfers.

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

Sunnyvale to San Rafael bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, depart from El Camino & Mathilda station.

Where does the Sunnyvale to San Rafael bus arrive?

Sunnyvale to San Rafael bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at Palo Alto Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Sunnyvale to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunnyvale to San Rafael is 59 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Sunnyvale to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 464+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Sunnyvale to San Rafael - 5 ways to travel via Caltrain, line 101 bus, and BART

There are 5 ways to get from Sunnyvale to San Rafael by train, bus, subway, car, or ferry

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 Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain NorthboundLocal Weekday / ...
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B101 / ...
2h 27m
$16–21
Drive 58.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sunnyvale to San Rafael58.3 mi
1h 10m
$11–16
Caltrain, BART, line 580 bus
1. Take the train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northbound
2. Take the subway from Millbrae to El Cerrito Del Norte
3. Take the bus from El Cerrito del Norte BART Station to Andersen Dr & Francisco Blvd W580
3h 14m
$23–31
Line 22 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from El Camino & Mathilda to Palo Alto Transit Center22
2. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to El Camino Real & Linden AveEcr / ...
3. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Larkspur - dropoff
4h 8m
$26–42
Caltrain, ferry
1. Take the train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain NorthboundLocal Weekday / ...
2. Take the ferry from Oracle Park Ferry Terminal to Larkspur Ferry TerminalLarkspur
2h 44m
$14–26

Sunnyvale to San Rafael by train and bus

324Weekly Services

2h 27mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 59 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a bus from El Camino & Mathilda to Larkspur - dropoff via 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 4h 8m.

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