What is the cheapest way to get from Stanford University to San Rafael?

The cheapest way to get from Stanford University to San Rafael is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 1h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stanford University to San Rafael?

The fastest way to get from Stanford University to San Rafael is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs $9 - $14.

Is there a direct bus between Stanford University and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanford University to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Stanford Oval and arriving at Larkspur - dropoff via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 and San Francisco Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Stanford University to San Rafael?

The distance between Stanford University and San Rafael is 54 miles. The road distance is 51.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanford University to San Rafael without a car is to Caltrain and line 101 bus which takes 2h 53m and costs $15 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Stanford University to San Rafael?

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Stanford University to San Rafael, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanford University to San Rafael bus from?

Stanford University to San Rafael bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 station.

Where does the Stanford University to San Rafael bus arrive?

Stanford University to San Rafael bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Millbrae Transit Center- Bay G1 station.

Can I drive from Stanford University to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanford University to San Rafael is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Stanford University to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 443+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Stanford University to San Rafael - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain

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There are 4 ways to get from Stanford University to San Rafael by train, bus, or car

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Caltrain, line 101 bus
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Bbus 101
2h 53m
$15–22
Drive 51.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stanford University to San Rafaelcar 51.3 mi
1h 8m
$10–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Millbrae Transit Center- Bay G1bus Ecr / ...
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Larkspur - dropoffbus From SFO
3h 25m
$43–48
Bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to San Bruno BART-Bay 5bus Ecr
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Bbus 101
3h 48m
$12–17

Stanford University to San Rafael by foot, bus, train, and tram

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Distance: 53.5 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a vehicle from Stanford University to Larkspur - dropoff via Stanford Oval, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 5, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9, Millbrae Transit Center- Bay G1, Millbrae, San Francisco International Airport, and San Francisco Airport in around 3h 25m.

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