What is the cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Elk Grove?

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Elk Grove is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Rafael to Elk Grove?

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Elk Grove is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and Elk Grove?

No, there is no direct bus from San Rafael to Elk Grove station. However, there are services departing from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A and arriving at Sacramento Bus Station via San Francisco Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from San Rafael to Elk Grove?

The distance between San Rafael and Elk Grove is 126 miles. The road distance is 96.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Elk Grove without a car is to line 101 bus and bus which takes 4h 11m and costs $75 - $110.

How long does it take to get from San Rafael to Elk Grove?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from San Rafael to Elk Grove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Rafael to Elk Grove bus from?

San Rafael to Elk Grove bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, depart from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A station.

Where does the San Rafael to Elk Grove bus arrive?

San Rafael to Elk Grove bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at Mission St & Fremont St station.

Can I drive from San Rafael to Elk Grove?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Elk Grove is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from San Rafael to Elk Grove.

Where can I stay near Elk Grove?

There are 244+ hotels available in Elk Grove.

San Rafael to Elk Grove - 3 ways to travel via train, line 101 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from San Rafael to Elk Grove by bus (Greyhound), bus, train, tram, or car

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Line 101 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Mission St & Fremont Stbus 101 / ...
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0870
4h 11m
$79–110
Drive 96.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Rafael to Elk Grovecar 96.3 mi
1h 42m
$18–26
Line 580 bus, train, tram
1. Take the bus from Bellam Blvd & I-580 to El Cerrito del Norte BART Stationbus 580
2. Take the train from Richmond to Sacramentotrain
3. Take the tram from 8th & O Station to CRC Stationtram
4h 12m
$57–89

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Distance: 125.4 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Elk Grove via San Francisco Bus Station and Sacramento Bus Station in around 4h 11m.

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