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Los Altos, United States of America → San Rafael, United States of America

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Four ways to Travel from Los Altos to San Rafael

Composite routes from Los Altos to San Rafael

Cheapest
1 h 7 min
Car
88 km.
from $4
Other
1 h 7 min
Rideshare
88 km.
from $4.78
3 h 15 min
Bus, Train
75 km.
from $27.23
4 h 44 min
74 km.
from $21.89

Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Mountain View Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.92–$11.46
Train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.28–$10.83
Train from Mountain View Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.01–$8.92

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Millbrae to El
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.10–$15.29

Golden Gate Transit

Phone:
+1 415-921-5858
Email:
Website:
goldengate.org/
Train from El Cerrito del Norte BART Station to San
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.29–$8.92
Bus from Mission St & 2nd St to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.57–$10.19
Bus from Mission St & 4th St to San
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.44–$10.19

Bus operators

Santa Clara VTA

Phone:
+1 408-321-2300
Website:
vta.org
Bus from San Antonio & Almond to Mountain
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.16–$5.86
Bus from El Camino & Showers to Palo
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.16–$5.86

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Daly
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.22

San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency

Phone:
+1 415.701.2311
Website:
sfmta.com
Train from King St & 4th St to The
Ave. Duration:
10 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.46

Other operators

Golden Gate Ferry

Phone:
+1 415-455-2000
Email:
Website:
goldengate.org
Other from San Francisco Ferry Terminal to Larkspur
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.77–$15.94

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Los Altos to San Rafael?

The cheapest way to get from Los Altos to San Rafael is to drive which costs $9.78 - $15.22 and takes 1h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Altos to San Rafael?

The fastest way to get from Los Altos to San Rafael is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs $9.78 - $15.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Los Altos and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Los Altos to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from San Antonio & Almond and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center Platform B SB via El Camino & Showers, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9, Daly City BART Station and Mission St & 4th St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Los Altos to San Rafael?

The distance between Los Altos and San Rafael is 102 km. The road distance is 89 km.

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

The best way to get from Los Altos to San Rafael without a car is to line 40 bus and Caltrain and line 101 bus which takes 3h 15m and costs $14.13 - $26.09 .

How long does it take to get from Los Altos to San Rafael?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Los Altos to San Rafael, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Los Altos to San Rafael bus from?

Los Altos to San Rafael bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 station.

Where does the Los Altos to San Rafael bus arrive?

Los Altos to San Rafael bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Daly City BART-Bay 3 station.

Can I drive from Los Altos to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Altos to San Rafael is 89 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Los Altos 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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