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How to Travel from

Chicago to San Rafael

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$560.50
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
4h 39m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.77–$1,082.78

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 31m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.34–$292.99
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
6h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$369.42–$573.24

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$535.02
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
4h 48m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$331.20–$1,019.09

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$58.60–$280.25

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$547.76

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$170.91
Plane from Midway International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$160.23
Plane from Midway International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$471.33
Plane from Midway International Airport to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$331.20–$828.01
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
6h 56m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$305.73–$764.32

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
2d 4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$216.56–$700.62
Train from Sacramento to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$12.10–$82.80

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Milpitas to El
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.64–$10.83

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.75–$191.08
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
39h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$140.12–$828.01
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.57–$203.82

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to San Rafael is to fly which costs $81.52 - $271.74 and takes 7h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to San Rafael is to fly which takes 7h 48m and costs $81.52 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center Platform B SB via St Louis Bus Station, Los Angeles Union Station and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 9h.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center Platform B NB via Richmond and El Cerrito del Norte BART Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 6h.

How far is it from Chicago to San Rafael?

The distance between Chicago and San Rafael is 3047 km. The road distance is 3422.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to San Rafael without a car is to train which takes 2 days 6h and costs $184.78 - $652.17 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 48m to get from Chicago to San Rafael, including transfers.

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

Chicago to San Rafael bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to San Rafael train from?

Chicago to San Rafael train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to San Rafael?

The best way to get from Chicago to San Rafael is to fly which takes 7h 48m and costs $81.52 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $184.78 - $652.17 and takes 2 days 6h, you could also bus, which costs $163.04 - $1086.96 and takes 2 days 9h.

Where does the Chicago to San Rafael bus arrive?

Chicago to San Rafael bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and San Rafael?

San Rafael is 2h behind Chicago. It is currently 04:02 in Chicago and 02:02 in San Rafael.

Where does the Chicago to San Rafael train arrive?

Chicago to San Rafael train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Richmond station.

Can I drive from Chicago to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to San Rafael is 3422 km. It takes approximately 32h 32m to drive from Chicago to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 448+ hotels available in San Rafael. Prices start at $52.37 per night.
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