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How to Travel from

Santa Barbara to San Rafael

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$420.98

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$472.00
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.57–$382.71

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Santa Barbara to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
8h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.92–$165.84
Bus from Santa Barbara to San
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$33.17–$114.81

Central Coast Shuttle

Phone:
+1 800-470-8818
Website:
centralcoastshuttle.com
Bus from Santa Barbara, CA to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$76.54–$95.68

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Rafael?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Rafael is to bus via San Francisco which costs $33.70 - $108.70 and takes 8h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Rafael?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to San Rafael is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs $141.30 - $391.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center Platform B SB via Townsend St & Lusk St and Mission St & 2nd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

Is there a direct flight between Santa Barbara and San Rafael?

Yes, there are direct flights between Santa Barbara and San Rafael; these take 1h 14m and cost $119.57 - $358.70 .

How far is it from Santa Barbara to San Rafael?

The distance between Santa Barbara and San Rafael is 488 km. The road distance is 565.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to San Rafael without a car is to bus via San Francisco which takes 8h 8m and costs $33.70 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to San Rafael?

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Santa Barbara to San Rafael, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to San Rafael bus from?

Santa Barbara to San Rafael bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Train, bus or fly from Santa Barbara to San Rafael?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to San Rafael is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs $141.30 - $391.30 . Alternatively, you can bus via San Francisco, which costs $33.70 - $108.70 and takes 8h 8m, you could also train, which costs $44.57 - $152.17 and takes 10h 31m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to San Rafael bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to San Rafael bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Francisco station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to San Rafael is 565 km. It takes approximately 6h 3m to drive from Santa Barbara 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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