What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Madera?

The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Madera is to BART and bus which costs $19 - $35 and takes 5h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to Madera?

The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Madera is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs $29 - $45.

How far is it from San Francisco to Madera?

The distance between San Francisco and Madera is 163 miles. The road distance is 161.2 miles.

How do I travel from San Francisco to Madera without a car?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Madera without a car is to BART and bus which takes 5h 25m and costs $19 - $35.

How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Madera?

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from San Francisco to Madera, including transfers.

Can I drive from San Francisco to Madera?

Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Madera is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from San Francisco to Madera.

Where can I stay near Madera?

There are 19+ hotels available in Madera.

San Francisco to Madera - 2 ways to travel via BART, bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from San Francisco to Madera by subway, bus, or car

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BART, bus
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1. Take the subway from Civic Center / UN Plaza to Dublin / Pleasantonsubway
2. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exibus 90
3. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Madera Bus Stopbus
5h 25m
$20–34
Drive 160.3 mi
1. Drive from San Francisco to Maderacar 160.3 mi
2h 52m
$30–43

San Francisco to Madera by subway and bus

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5h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 161.8 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between San Francisco, CA, USA and Madera, CA, USA?

There is no direct connection from San Francisco to Madera. However, you can take the subway to Dublin / Pleasanton, walk to BART Dublin Station, take the bus to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi, walk to Modesto Bus Stop, then take the bus to Madera Bus Stop. Alternatively, you can drive from San Francisco to Madera in around 2h 52m.

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