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

The cheapest way to get from Fairfield to San Rafael is to drive which costs $7 - $12 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Fairfield to San Rafael is to drive which takes 47 min and costs $7 - $12.

Is there a direct bus between Fairfield and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Fairfield station to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Suisun-Fairfield Amtrak Station and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via El Cerrito del Norte BART Station-Bay C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Fairfield to San Rafael?

The distance between Fairfield and San Rafael is 52 miles. The road distance is 43.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fairfield to San Rafael without a car is to train and line 580 bus which takes 1h 54m and costs $16 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Fairfield to San Rafael, including transfers.

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

Fairfield to San Rafael bus services, operated by Sol Trans, depart from Suisun-Fairfield Amtrak Station.

Where does the Fairfield to San Rafael bus arrive?

Fairfield to San Rafael bus services, operated by Sol Trans, arrive at El Cerrito del Norte Station.

Can I drive from Fairfield to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Fairfield to San Rafael is 43 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Fairfield to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 443+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Fairfield to San Rafael - 4 ways to travel via train, line 580 bus, bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Fairfield to San Rafael by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 580 bus
best
1. Take the train from Suisun-Fairfield to Richmondtrain Capitol Corridor
2. Take the bus from El Cerrito del Norte BART Station-Bay C2 to Andersen Dr & Du Bois Stbus 580 / ...
1h 54m
$16–32
Drive 42.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fairfield to San Rafaelcar 42.8 mi
47 min
$8–12
Bus, line 580 bus
1. Take the bus from Suisun-Fairfield Amtrak Station to El Cerrito del Norte Stationbus 90 / ...
2. Take the bus from El Cerrito del Norte BART Station-Bay C2 to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Bbus 580 / ...
1h 54m
$10–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Fairfield to San Rafaeltaxi 42.8 mi
47 min
$150–190

Fairfield to San Rafael by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 51.7 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Fairfield, CA, USA and San Rafael, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Suisun-Fairfield Amtrak Station to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via El Cerrito del Norte BART Station-Bay C2 in around 1h 54m.

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