What is the cheapest way to get from Van Ness Avenue to San Rafael?

The cheapest way to get from Van Ness Avenue to San Rafael is to drive which costs $3 - $5 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Van Ness Avenue to San Rafael?

The fastest way to get from Van Ness Avenue to San Rafael is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs $60 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Van Ness Avenue and San Rafael?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Van Ness Ave & Union St and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Van Ness Avenue to San Rafael?

The distance between Van Ness Avenue and San Rafael is 17 miles. The road distance is 16.7 miles.

How do I travel from Van Ness Avenue to San Rafael without a car?

The best way to get from Van Ness Avenue to San Rafael without a car is to line 101 bus which takes 46 min and costs $6 - $9.

How long does it take to get from Van Ness Avenue to San Rafael?

The line 101 bus from Van Ness Ave & Union St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Van Ness Avenue to San Rafael bus from?

Van Ness Avenue to San Rafael bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, depart from Van Ness Ave & Union St station.

Where does the Van Ness Avenue to San Rafael bus arrive?

Van Ness Avenue to San Rafael bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A station.

Can I drive from Van Ness Avenue to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Van Ness Avenue to San Rafael is 17 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Van Ness Avenue to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 426+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Van Ness Avenue to San Rafael - 5 ways to travel via line 101 bus, taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Van Ness Avenue to San Rafael by bus, taxi, or car

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Line 101 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Van Ness Ave & Union St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Abus 101
46 min
$6–9
Drive 16.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Van Ness Avenue to San Rafaelcar 16.6 mi
24 min
$3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Van Ness Avenue to San Rafaeltaxi 16.6 mi
24 min
$60–75
Line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from North Point St & Polk St to 4th St & C Stbus 132
53 min
$6–9
Line 101 bus via Van Ness Ave & Clay St
1. Take the bus from Van Ness Ave & Clay St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Bbus 101
57 min
$6–9

Van Ness Avenue to San Rafael by foot and bus

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46 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 16.8 mi
Duration: 46 min

What companies run services between Van Ness Avenue, CA, USA and San Rafael, CA, USA?

Golden Gate Transit operates a bus from Van Ness Ave & Union St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $6–9 and the journey takes 33 min.

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