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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Rafael, CA to Santa Rosa, CA
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
1 h 2 m
Average duration
1 h 4 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Rafael, CA to Santa Rosa, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Rafael, CA to Santa Rosa, CA will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 5 buses that leave San Rafael, CA for Santa Rosa, CA on Fri, Jan 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 16 the direct buses cover the 54 km distance in an average of 1 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 2 m .
On Fri, Jan 16 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for San Rafael, CA to Santa Rosa, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Rafael, CA to Santa Rosa, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €5, and a bus costs an average of €10.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€10 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Rafael, CA to Santa Rosa, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Rafael, CA to Santa Rosa, CA buses for tomorrow, Friday, January 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:30 AM San Rafael, CA | 1h02 | 1:32 AM Santa Rosa, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:30 AM San Rafael, CA | 1h10 | 8:40 AM Santa Rosa, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:30 AM San Rafael, CA | 1h16 | 9:46 AM Santa Rosa, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:30 AM San Rafael, CA | 1h16 | 10:46 AM Santa Rosa, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:30 AM San Rafael, CA | 1h16 | 11:46 AM Santa Rosa, CA | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Rafael, CA to Santa Rosa, CA
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Buses from San Rafael, CA to Santa Rosa, CA run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 13m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by train.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 1h 2m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 1h 2m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from San Rafael, CA to Santa Rosa, CA start from as low as $12 (€10) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $12 (€10) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 16 daily trains from San Rafael, CA to Santa Rosa, CA with 16 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 1h 2m but the average duration is 1h 13m
Train Operators
- Travel from San Rafael, CA to Santa Rosa, CA with Golden Gate Transit
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Golden Gate Transit.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 12:30 AM and the last at 11:30 PM
Bus providers: Golden Gate Transit from San Rafael, CA to Santa Rosa, CAYou can travel by bus between San Rafael, CA to Santa Rosa, CA with Golden Gate Transit for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Rafael, CA to Santa Rosa, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Rafael, CA to Santa Rosa, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Santa Rosa, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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