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Two ways to Travel from Bakersfield to San Rafael

Composite routes from Bakersfield to San Rafael

Cheapest
4 h 55 min
Car
471 km.
from $25

Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Meadows Field Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$445.85

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Bakersfield to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
5h 42m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$40.76–$152.86

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Berryessa / North San Jose to Montgomery
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.28–$10.83

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Bakersfield Train Station to San
Ave. Duration:
7h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.20–$178.34

Tufesa

Phone:
+1 833 766 3553
Email:
Website:
tufesainternacional.com
Bus from Bakersfield, CA to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$62.42–$89.17

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to San Rafael is to drive which costs $52.17 - $76.09 and takes 4h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to San Rafael is to fly which takes 3h 11m and costs $195.65 - $445.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield station to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield Train Station and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center Platform B SB via Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Bakersfield and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct train from Bakersfield to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield 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 7h 8m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to San Rafael?

The distance between Bakersfield and San Rafael is 448 km. The road distance is 471.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Bakersfield to San Rafael without a car is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs $38.04 - $141.30 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Bakersfield to San Rafael, including transfers.

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

Bakersfield to San Rafael bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Bakersfield Train Station.

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

Bakersfield to San Rafael train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bakersfield station.

Train, bus or fly from Bakersfield to San Rafael?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to San Rafael is to fly which takes 3h 11m and costs $195.65 - $445.65 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $38.04 - $141.30 and takes 7h 8m, you could also bus, which costs $22.83 - $163.04 and takes 9h 10m.

Where does the Bakersfield to San Rafael bus arrive?

Bakersfield to San Rafael bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Francisco Bus Station.

Where does the Bakersfield to San Rafael train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bakersfield to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to San Rafael is 472 km. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Bakersfield to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 446+ hotels available in San Rafael. Prices start at $54.04 per night.
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