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

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Colfax is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Colfax is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $24 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and Colfax?

No, there is no direct bus from San Rafael to Colfax. However, there are services departing from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A and arriving at Colfax via San Francisco Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

Is there a direct train between San Rafael and Colfax?

No, there is no direct train from San Rafael to Colfax station. However, there are services departing from El Cerrito Del Norte and arriving at Colfax Amtrak Station via Richmond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from San Rafael to Colfax?

The distance between San Rafael and Colfax is 144 miles. The road distance is 132.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Colfax without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs $35 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from San Rafael to Colfax, including transfers.

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

San Rafael to Colfax bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Francisco Bus Station.

Where do I catch the San Rafael to Colfax train from?

San Rafael to Colfax train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Richmond station.

Train or bus from San Rafael to Colfax?

The best way to get from San Rafael to Colfax is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs $35 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28 - $45 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the San Rafael to Colfax bus arrive?

San Rafael to Colfax bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Colfax station.

Where does the San Rafael to Colfax train arrive?

San Rafael to Colfax train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Colfax Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from San Rafael to Colfax?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Colfax is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from San Rafael to Colfax.

Where can I stay near Colfax?

There are 81+ hotels available in Colfax.

San Rafael to Colfax - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from San Rafael to Colfax by train (Amtrak), train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Richmond to Colfax Amtrak Stationtrain California Zephyr
4h 40m
$38–86
Drive 131.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Rafael to Colfaxcar 131.8 mi
2h 19m
$24–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Richmond to Sacramentotrain Capitol Corridor / ...
2. Take the bus from J St & 4th St to Colfax Depotbus 60
6h 1m
$38–75
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from San Francisco Bus Station to Colfaxbus Greyhound US0870
6h 36m
$28–44

San Rafael to Colfax by bus, subway, and train (Amtrak)

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4h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 142.8 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between San Rafael, CA, USA and Colfax, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Richmond to Colfax Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $30–75 and the journey takes 3h 4m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from San Francisco Bus Station to Colfax once daily. Tickets cost $22–35 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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