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

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to San Rafael is to drive which costs ₱800 - ₱1,300 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Jose to San Rafael is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs ₱800 - ₱1,300.

Is there a direct bus between San Jose and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from San Jose to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Talugtug, Nueva Ecija and arriving at Norzagaray-Santa Maria Rd Bulacan, Santa Maria, Manila via Epifanio de los Santos Av, Quezon City, Manila. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

How far is it from San Jose to San Rafael?

The distance between San Jose and San Rafael is 422 km. The road distance is 104.9 km.

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

The best way to get from San Jose to San Rafael without a car is to bus which takes 8h 21m and costs ₱1,300 - ₱1,600.

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

It takes approximately 8h 21m to get from San Jose to San Rafael, including transfers.

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

San Jose to San Rafael bus services, operated by Cisco Bus Co., depart from Talugtug, Nueva Ecija station.

Where does the San Jose to San Rafael bus arrive?

San Jose to San Rafael bus services, operated by Cisco Bus Co., arrive at Cisco Bus Terminal Cubao station.

Can I drive from San Jose to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to San Rafael is 105 km. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from San Jose to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 267+ hotels available in San Rafael.

San Jose to San Rafael - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from San Jose to San Rafael by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Talugtug, Nueva Ecija to Cisco Bus Terminal Cubaobus
2. Take the bus from Epifanio de los Santos Av, Quezon City, Manila to Norzagaray-Santa Maria Rd Bulacan, Santa Maria, Manilabus Sta Maria - Baclaran NLEX EDSA
8h 21m
₱1,333–1,550
Drive 104.9 km
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1. Drive from San Jose to San Rafaelcar 104.9 km
1h 49m
₱839–1,212
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Jose to San Rafaeltaxi 104.9 km
1h 49m
₱1,600–1,900

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Distance: 421.5 km
Duration: 8h 21m

What companies run services between San Jose, Central Luzon, Philippines and San Rafael, Philippines?

You can take a vehicle from San Jose to San Rafael via Talugtug, Nueva Ecija, Cisco Bus Terminal Cubao, Epifanio de los Santos Av, Quezon City, Manila, and Norzagaray-Santa Maria Rd Bulacan, Santa Maria, Manila in around 8h 21m.

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