What is the cheapest way to get from Walnut Creek to San Rafael?

The cheapest way to get from Walnut Creek to San Rafael is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Walnut Creek to San Rafael?

The fastest way to get from Walnut Creek to San Rafael is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Walnut Creek and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Walnut Creek to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Walnut Creek BART and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Vallejo Transit Center and El Cerrito del Norte BART Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Walnut Creek to San Rafael?

The distance between Walnut Creek and San Rafael is 42 miles. The road distance is 33.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Walnut Creek to San Rafael without a car is to BART and line 101 bus which takes 1h 42m and costs $10 - $16.

How long does it take to get from Walnut Creek to San Rafael?

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Walnut Creek to San Rafael, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Walnut Creek to San Rafael bus from?

Walnut Creek to San Rafael bus services, operated by Sol Trans, depart from Walnut Creek BART station.

Where does the Walnut Creek to San Rafael bus arrive?

Walnut Creek to San Rafael bus services, operated by Sol Trans, arrive at Vallejo Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Walnut Creek to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Walnut Creek to San Rafael is 34 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Walnut Creek to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 434+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Walnut Creek to San Rafael - 5 ways to travel via BART, and line 101 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Walnut Creek to San Rafael by subway, bus, car, or taxi

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

BART, line 101 bus
best
1. Take the subway from Walnut Creek to Montgomery Streetsubway Yellow-S
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Bbus 101 / ...
1h 42m
$11–15
Drive 33.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Walnut Creek to San Rafaelcar 33.6 mi
41 min
$7–9
BART, line 580 bus
1. Take the subway from Walnut Creek to MacArthursubway
2. Take the subway from MacArthur to El Cerrito Del Nortesubway
3. Take the bus from El Cerrito del Norte BART Station to Andersen Dr & Francisco Blvd Wbus 580
1h 46m
$9–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Walnut Creek to San Rafaeltaxi 33.6 mi
41 min
$120–150
Bus, line 580 bus
1. Take the bus from Walnut Creek BART to Vallejo Transit Centerbus Y
2. Take the bus from Vallejo Transit Center to El Cerrito del Norte Stationbus R
3. Take the bus from El Cerrito del Norte BART Station to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Bbus 580
2h 43m
$15–18

Walnut Creek to San Rafael by subway and bus

401Weekly Services

1h 42mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Walnut Creek to San Rafael.

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Distance: 41.9 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Walnut Creek BART to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Vallejo Transit Center and El Cerrito del Norte BART Station in around 2h 43m.

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