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

The cheapest way to get from Watsonville to San Rafael is to drive which costs $19 - $29 and takes 1h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watsonville to San Rafael is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $19 - $29.

Is there a direct bus between Watsonville and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Watsonville to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Rodriguez / Second and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Salinas and Mission St & 2nd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Watsonville to San Rafael?

The distance between Watsonville and San Rafael is 151 miles. The road distance is 107.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watsonville to San Rafael without a car is to bus and line 101 bus which takes 5h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Watsonville to San Rafael, including transfers.

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

Watsonville to San Rafael bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Train or bus from Watsonville to San Rafael?

The best way to get from Watsonville to San Rafael is to bus and line 101 bus which takes 5h 18m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $75 and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the Watsonville to San Rafael bus arrive?

Watsonville to San Rafael bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Francisco station.

Can I drive from Watsonville to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Watsonville to San Rafael is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Watsonville to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 464+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Watsonville to San Rafael - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 101 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Watsonville to San Rafael by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, bus, train, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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

Bus, line 101 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Salinas to San FranciscoAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B101 / ...
5h 18m
Drive 106.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watsonville to San Rafael106.7 mi
1h 58m
$20–29
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to OaklandCoast Starlight
6h 34m
$36–70
Line 1 bus, bus, Caltrain, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from E Beach & Union to Soquel Ave & Front1
2. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Station17
3. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound
4. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B101 / ...
5h 19m
$21–37
Line 1 bus, bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from E Beach & Union to Soquel Ave & Front1
2. Take the bus from Front to Diridon Station17
3. Take the bus from San Jose Diridon Station to San Francisco Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B101 / ...
6h 6m
$23–45

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Watsonville to San Rafael.

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Distance: 150.6 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Rodriguez / Second to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1, Salinas, San Francisco, and Mission St & 2nd St in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to Oakland once daily. Tickets cost $25–55 and the journey takes 2h 53m.

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