What is the cheapest way to get from Vancouver to San Rafael?

The cheapest way to get from Vancouver to San Rafael is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 10h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vancouver to San Rafael?

The fastest way to get from Vancouver to San Rafael is to fly and bus which takes 5h 28m and costs $130 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Vancouver and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Vancouver to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from E 15th St & Broadway and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Portland Curbside Bus Stop, Sacramento Bus Station and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Vancouver and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct train from Vancouver station to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Vancouver Station and arriving at Montgomery Street via Lake Merritt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 21m.

How far is it from Vancouver to San Rafael?

The distance between Vancouver and San Rafael is 601 miles. The road distance is 643.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Vancouver to San Rafael without a car is to bus which takes 18h 22m and costs $120 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Vancouver to San Rafael?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Vancouver to San Rafael, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vancouver to San Rafael bus from?

Vancouver to San Rafael bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Portland Curbside Bus Stop station.

Where do I catch the Vancouver to San Rafael train from?

Vancouver to San Rafael train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Vancouver Station.

Train or bus from Vancouver to San Rafael?

The best way to get from Vancouver to San Rafael is to bus which takes 18h 22m and costs $120 - $240. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $240 - $500 and takes 21h 21m.

Where does the Vancouver to San Rafael bus arrive?

Vancouver to San Rafael bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Vancouver to San Rafael train arrive?

Vancouver to San Rafael train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Oakland station.

Can I drive from Vancouver to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Vancouver to San Rafael is 643 miles. It takes approximately 10h 58m to drive from Vancouver to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 453+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Vancouver to San Rafael - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and BART

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There are 8 ways to get from Vancouver to San Rafael by plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, subway, or train

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Fly to San Francisco International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane PDX - SFO
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Larkspur - dropoffbus
5h 28m
$138–388
Drive 639.4 mi
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1. Drive from Vancouver to San Rafaelcar 639.4 mi
10h 58m
$117–169
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Francisco Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0870
18h 22m
$128–236
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Vancouver Station to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
21h 21m
$248–493
Fly to Oakland International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane PDX - OAK
2. Take the bus from Oakland International Airport to San Rafaelbus
5h 31m
$271–561
Fly to Sonoma County Airport, bus
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Sonoma County Airport (STS)plane PDX - STS
2. Take the bus from Sonoma Co Airport Terminal to San Rafaelbus
6h 12m
$391–471
Fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, BART
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane PDX - SJC
2. Take the subway from Milpitas to El Cerrito Del Nortesubway
6h 52m
$122–578
Fly to Sacramento International Airport, train
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane PDX - SMF
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Richmondtrain
7h 40m
$290–871

Vancouver to San Rafael by bus and foot

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18h 22mAverage Duration

$128Cheapest Price

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Distance: 597.8 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Vancouver, WA, USA and San Rafael, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from E 15th St & Broadway to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via NW 5th & Davis, Portland Curbside Bus Stop, Sacramento Bus Station, San Francisco Bus Station, and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A in around 18h 22m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Vancouver Station to Oakland once daily. Tickets cost $240–480 and the journey takes 19h 39m.

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