What is the cheapest way to get from San Rafael to San Francisco Pier 27?

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to San Francisco Pier 27 is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from San Rafael to San Francisco Pier 27?

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to San Francisco Pier 27 is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs $65 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and San Francisco Pier 27?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A and arriving at The Embarcadero & Bay St. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct ferry between San Rafael and San Francisco Pier 27?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Larkspur and arriving at San Francisco-Gate C. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from San Rafael to San Francisco Pier 27?

The distance between San Rafael and San Francisco Pier 27 is 18 miles. The road distance is 18 miles.

How do I travel from San Rafael to San Francisco Pier 27 without a car?

The best way to get from San Rafael to San Francisco Pier 27 without a car is to line 132 bus which takes 43 min and costs $6 - $9.

How long does it take to get from San Rafael to San Francisco Pier 27?

The line 132 bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to The Embarcadero & Bay St takes 37 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the San Rafael to San Francisco Pier 27 bus from?

San Rafael to San Francisco Pier 27 bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, depart from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A station.

Where does the San Rafael to San Francisco Pier 27 bus arrive?

San Rafael to San Francisco Pier 27 bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at The Embarcadero & Bay St station.

Can I drive from San Rafael to San Francisco Pier 27?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to San Francisco Pier 27 is 18 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from San Rafael to San Francisco Pier 27.

Where can I stay near San Francisco Pier 27?

There are 835+ hotels available in San Francisco Pier 27.

San Rafael to San Francisco Pier 27 - 5 ways to travel via line 132 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from San Rafael to San Francisco Pier 27 by bus, ferry, taxi, car, or tram

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Line 132 bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to The Embarcadero & Bay Stbus 132
43 min
$6–9
Drive 17.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Rafael to San Francisco Pier 27car 17.9 mi
27 min
$4–5
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Larkspur to San Francisco-Gate Cferry Lssf
55 min
$14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Rafael to San Francisco Pier 27taxi 17.9 mi
27 min
$65–85
Line 101 bus, tram
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Mission St & 4th Stbus 101
2. Take the tram from Market St & 4th St to Embarcadero & Sansome Sttram F
1h 16m
$8–11

San Rafael to San Francisco Pier 27 by bus and foot

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43 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 17.9 mi
Duration: 43 min

What companies run services between San Rafael, CA, USA and San Francisco Pier 27, CA, USA?

Golden Gate Transit operates a bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to The Embarcadero & Bay St every 4 hours. Tickets cost $6–9 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, Golden Gate Ferry operates a ferry from Larkspur to San Francisco-Gate C hourly. Tickets cost $14 and the journey takes 35 min.

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