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How to Travel from

San Rafael to Santa Clara

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Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.84–$14.03

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtrak to Santa
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.65–$76.54
Bus from San Francisco to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from El Cerrito Del Norte to Coliseum
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.83–$5.23

Golden Gate Transit

Phone:
+1 415-921-5858
Website:
goldengate.org/
Train from San Rafael Transit Center Platform B NB to El
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.93
Bus from San Rafael Transit Center Platform A SB to Mission
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.57–$10.21

Bus operators

Santa Clara VTA

Phone:
+1 408-321-2300
Website:
vta.org
Bus from Palo Alto Transit Center to El
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.16–$5.87

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from Daly City BART-Bay 1 to Palo
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.23

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Santa Clara is to bus and line 22 bus which costs $7.61 - $21.74 and takes 5h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Santa Clara is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs $10.87 - $16.30 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from San Rafael to Santa Clara. However, there are services departing from San Rafael Transit Center Platform A SB and arriving at El Camino & Jefferson via Mission St & 4th St, Daly City BART-Bay 1 and Palo Alto Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

Is there a direct train between San Rafael and Santa Clara?

No, there is no direct train from San Rafael to Santa Clara. However, there are services departing from San Rafael Transit Center Platform B NB and arriving at Santa Clara Amtrak via El Cerrito Del Norte and Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from San Rafael to Santa Clara?

The distance between San Rafael and Santa Clara is 104 km. The road distance is 100.4 km.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Santa Clara without a car is to line 101 bus and Caltrain which takes 2h 36m and costs $14.13 - $22.83 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from San Rafael to Santa Clara, including transfers.

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

San Rafael to Santa Clara bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Daly City BART-Bay 1 station.

Where do I catch the San Rafael to Santa Clara train from?

San Rafael to Santa Clara train services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, depart from San Rafael Transit Center Platform B NB station.

Where does the San Rafael to Santa Clara bus arrive?

San Rafael to Santa Clara bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 station.

Where does the San Rafael to Santa Clara train arrive?

San Rafael to Santa Clara train services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at El Cerrito del Norte BART Station.

Can I drive from San Rafael to Santa Clara?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Santa Clara is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from San Rafael to Santa Clara.

Where can I stay near Santa Clara?

There are 600+ hotels available in Santa Clara. Prices start at $76.96 per night.
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