What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Rough and Ready?

The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Rough and Ready is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to Rough and Ready?

The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Rough and Ready is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct train between San Francisco and Rough and Ready?

No, there is no direct train from San Francisco to Rough and Ready station. However, there are services departing from Civic Center / UN Plaza and arriving at Colfax Amtrak Station via Richmond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from San Francisco to Rough and Ready?

The distance between San Francisco and Rough and Ready is 169 miles. The road distance is 147.8 miles.

How do I travel from San Francisco to Rough and Ready without a car?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Rough and Ready without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs $100 - $170.

How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Rough and Ready?

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from San Francisco to Rough and Ready, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Francisco to Rough and Ready train from?

San Francisco to Rough and Ready train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Richmond station.

Where does the San Francisco to Rough and Ready train arrive?

San Francisco to Rough and Ready train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Colfax Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from San Francisco to Rough and Ready?

Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Rough and Ready is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from San Francisco to Rough and Ready.

Where can I stay near Rough and Ready?

There are 78+ hotels available in Rough and Ready.

San Francisco to Rough and Ready - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from San Francisco to Rough and Ready by train (Amtrak), bus, taxi, car, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Richmond to Colfax Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
5h 13m
$100–161
Drive 146.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Francisco to Rough and Readycar 146.9 mi
2h 44m
$27–39
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from San Francisco Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0870
2. Take the taxi from Foothills Blvd & Junction Blvd to Rough and Readytaxi
5h 29m
$175–222
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Richmond to Auburn Amtraktrain Capitol Corridor
2. Take the bus from Nevada St at Amtrak Station to Tinloy St at Bank Stbus 5
7h 27m
$42–87

San Francisco to Rough and Ready by subway, train, and bus

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7h 27mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.6 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Richmond to Colfax Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 3h 4m.

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