What is the cheapest way to get from El Dorado Hills to San Rafael?

The cheapest way to get from El Dorado Hills to San Rafael is to drive which costs $20 - $30 and takes 1h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Dorado Hills to San Rafael?

The fastest way to get from El Dorado Hills to San Rafael is to drive which takes 1h 57m and costs $20 - $30.

Is there a direct bus between El Dorado Hills and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from El Dorado Hills to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Bass Lake Road Park and Ride and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Sacramento Bus Station and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

Is there a direct train between El Dorado Hills and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct train from El Dorado Hills station to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Historic Folsom Station and arriving at El Cerrito Del Norte via Sacramento and Richmond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from El Dorado Hills to San Rafael?

The distance between El Dorado Hills and San Rafael is 122 miles. The road distance is 110.9 miles.

How do I travel from El Dorado Hills to San Rafael without a car?

The best way to get from El Dorado Hills to San Rafael without a car is to tram and train which takes 4h 43m and costs $70 - $120.

How long does it take to get from El Dorado Hills to San Rafael?

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from El Dorado Hills to San Rafael, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Dorado Hills to San Rafael bus from?

El Dorado Hills to San Rafael bus services, operated by El Dorado Transit, depart from Bass Lake Road Park and Ride station.

Where do I catch the El Dorado Hills to San Rafael train from?

El Dorado Hills to San Rafael train services, operated by Sacramento Regional Transit, depart from Historic Folsom Station.

Where does the El Dorado Hills to San Rafael bus arrive?

El Dorado Hills to San Rafael bus services, operated by El Dorado Transit, arrive at Richards Blvd at North 7th Street station.

Where does the El Dorado Hills to San Rafael train arrive?

El Dorado Hills to San Rafael train services, operated by Sacramento Regional Transit, arrive at Sacramento Valley Station.

Can I drive from El Dorado Hills to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between El Dorado Hills to San Rafael is 111 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from El Dorado Hills to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 453+ hotels available in San Rafael.

El Dorado Hills to San Rafael - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from El Dorado Hills to San Rafael by tram, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Historic Folsom Station to Sacramento Valley Stationtram Gold
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Richmondtrain Capitol Corridor
4h 43m
$70–111
Drive 110.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from El Dorado Hills to San Rafaelcar 110.3 mi
1h 57m
$21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bass Lake Road Park and Ride to Richards Blvd at North 7th Streetbus C
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Francisco Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0870
6h 14m
$64–91

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Distance: 121.2 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between El Dorado Hills, CA, USA and San Rafael, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from El Dorado Hills to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Bass Lake Road Park and Ride, Richards Blvd at North 7th Street, Sacramento Bus Station, San Francisco Bus Station, and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A in around 6h 14m.

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