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How to Travel from

San Mateo to San Rafael

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Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Mateo Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
28 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.38–$8.29

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Millbrae to El
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.12–$15.31

Golden Gate Transit

Phone:
+1 415-921-5858
Website:
goldengate.org/
Train from El Cerrito del Norte BART Station to San
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.93
Bus from Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.57–$10.21

Bus operators

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from S Delaware St & 2nd Ave to SFO
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.60–$5.19
Bus from S Delaware St & 2nd Ave to Mission
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.23

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:
$3.47

Airlines

Marin Airporter

Phone:
+1 415-461-4222
Website:
marinairporter.com/
Bus from San Francisco Airport to Larkspur
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$33.45

Other operators

Golden Gate Ferry

Phone:
+1 415-455-2000
Website:
goldengate.org
Other from San Francisco Ferry Terminal to Larkspur
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$7.78–$15.96

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from San Mateo to San Rafael is to bus and line 101 bus which costs $4.02 - $14.13 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Mateo to San Rafael is to drive which takes 47 min and costs $6.52 - $9.78 .

Is there a direct bus between San Mateo and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from San Mateo to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from S Delaware St & 2nd Ave and arriving at Larkspur - dropoff via San Francisco Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between San Mateo and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct train from San Mateo to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from San Mateo Caltrain Northbound and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center Platform B NB via Millbrae and El Cerrito del Norte BART Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from San Mateo to San Rafael?

The distance between San Mateo and San Rafael is 70 km. The road distance is 60.2 km.

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

The best way to get from San Mateo to San Rafael without a car is to line 292 bus and bus which takes 2h 19m and costs $30.43 - $33.70 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from San Mateo to San Rafael, including transfers.

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

San Mateo to San Rafael bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from S Delaware St & 2nd Ave station.

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

San Mateo to San Rafael train services, operated by BART, depart from Millbrae station.

Where does the San Mateo to San Rafael bus arrive?

San Mateo to San Rafael bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at SFO Airport Terminal G-Lower Level station.

Where does the San Mateo to San Rafael train arrive?

San Mateo to San Rafael train services, operated by BART, arrive at El Cerrito Del Norte station.

Can I drive from San Mateo to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between San Mateo to San Rafael is 60 km. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from San Mateo 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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