What is the cheapest way to get from Mill Valley to Petaluma?

The cheapest way to get from Mill Valley to Petaluma is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 34 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Mill Valley to Petaluma?

The fastest way to get from Mill Valley to Petaluma is to drive which takes 34 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Mill Valley and Petaluma?

No, there is no direct bus from Mill Valley to Petaluma. However, there are services departing from E Blithedale Ave & Hill St and arriving at Petaluma via San Rafael. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Mill Valley to Petaluma?

The distance between Mill Valley and Petaluma is 29 miles. The road distance is 28.6 miles.

How do I travel from Mill Valley to Petaluma without a car?

The best way to get from Mill Valley to Petaluma without a car is to line 17 bus and train which takes 1h 30m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Mill Valley to Petaluma?

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Mill Valley to Petaluma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mill Valley to Petaluma bus from?

Mill Valley to Petaluma bus services, operated by Marin Transit, depart from E Blithedale Ave & Hill St station.

Where does the Mill Valley to Petaluma bus arrive?

Mill Valley to Petaluma bus services, operated by Marin Transit, arrive at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A station.

Can I drive from Mill Valley to Petaluma?

Yes, the driving distance between Mill Valley to Petaluma is 29 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Mill Valley to Petaluma.

Where can I stay near Petaluma?

There are 198+ hotels available in Petaluma.

Mill Valley to Petaluma - 4 ways to travel via train, line 17 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Mill Valley to Petaluma by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 17 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from E Blithedale Ave & Hill St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Abus 17
2. Take the train from SMART San Rafael to SMART Petaluma Downtowntrain Smart
1h 30m
Drive 28.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mill Valley to Petalumacar 28.4 mi
34 min
$6–8
Line 17 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from E Blithedale Ave & Hill St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Abus 17
2. Take the bus from San Rafael to Petalumabus Sonoma County Airport
2h 7m
$27–57
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Mill Valley to Petalumataxi 28.4 mi
34 min
$100–130

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Distance: 28.9 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Mill Valley, CA, USA and Petaluma, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from E Blithedale Ave & Hill St to Petaluma via San Rafael in around 2h 7m.

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