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

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to San Francisco Zoo is to drive which costs $3 - $6 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to San Francisco Zoo is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $3 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and San Francisco Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from San Rafael to San Francisco Zoo. However, there are services departing from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A and arriving at Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo via Market St & Hyde St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from San Rafael to San Francisco Zoo?

The distance between San Rafael and San Francisco Zoo is 27 miles. The road distance is 20.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to San Francisco Zoo without a car is to line 101 bus and tram which takes 1h 43m and costs $8 - $11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from San Rafael to San Francisco Zoo, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the San Rafael to San Francisco Zoo bus arrive?

San Rafael to San Francisco Zoo bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at Hyde St & Grove St station.

Can I drive from San Rafael to San Francisco Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to San Francisco Zoo is 21 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from San Rafael to San Francisco Zoo.

Where can I stay near San Francisco Zoo?

There are 739+ hotels available in San Francisco Zoo.

San Rafael to San Francisco Zoo - 4 ways to travel via line 101 bus, and tram

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There are 4 ways to get from San Rafael to San Francisco Zoo by bus, tram, car, or taxi

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Line 101 bus, tram
best
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Mission St & 2nd Stbus 101
2. Take the tram from Metro Montgomery Station/Outbound to 47th Ave & Cutler Avetram L
1h 43m
$8–11
Drive 20.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Rafael to San Francisco Zoocar 20.5 mi
31 min
$4–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from San Rafael to San Francisco Zootaxi 20.5 mi
31 min
$75–95
Line 101 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Hyde St & Grove Stbus 101
2. Take the bus from Market St & Hyde St to Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoobus Lowl
2h 13m
$8–10

San Rafael to San Francisco Zoo by bus, tram, and foot

297Weekly Services

1h 43mAverage Duration

$8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 27.1 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

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

You can take a bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to San Francisco Zoo via Hyde St & Grove St, Market St & Hyde St, and Wawona/46th Ave /SF Zoo in around 2h 13m.

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