What is the cheapest way to get from Petaluma to El Cerrito?

The cheapest way to get from Petaluma to El Cerrito is to drive which costs $6 - $9 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Petaluma to El Cerrito?

The fastest way to get from Petaluma to El Cerrito is to drive which takes 41 min and costs $6 - $9.

Is there a direct bus between Petaluma and El Cerrito?

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

How far is it from Petaluma to El Cerrito?

The distance between Petaluma and El Cerrito is 34 miles. The road distance is 34.2 miles.

How do I travel from Petaluma to El Cerrito without a car?

The best way to get from Petaluma to El Cerrito without a car is to train and line 580 bus which takes 1h 42m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Petaluma to El Cerrito?

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Petaluma to El Cerrito, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Petaluma to El Cerrito bus from?

Petaluma to El Cerrito bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, depart from Petaluma station.

Where does the Petaluma to El Cerrito bus arrive?

Petaluma to El Cerrito bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, arrive at San Rafael station.

Can I drive from Petaluma to El Cerrito?

Yes, the driving distance between Petaluma to El Cerrito is 34 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Petaluma to El Cerrito.

Where can I stay near El Cerrito?

There are 668+ hotels available in El Cerrito.

Petaluma to El Cerrito - 4 ways to travel via train, line 580 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Petaluma to El Cerrito by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 580 bus
best
1. Take the train from SMART Petaluma Downtown to SMART San Rafaeltrain Smart
2. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B to Cutting Blvd & S 49th Stbus 580
1h 42m
Drive 34 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Petaluma to El Cerritocar 34 mi
41 min
$7–9
Bus, line 580 bus
1. Take the bus from Petaluma to San Rafaelbus Oakland Airport
2. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B to El Cerrito del Norte BART Stationbus 580
1h 54m
$30–63
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Petaluma to El Cerritotaxi 34 mi
41 min
$120–150

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Distance: 33.7 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Petaluma, CA, USA and El Cerrito, CA, USA?

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

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