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How to get from Petaluma to Exploratorium by bus and train?

Petaluma to Exploratorium - Bus Schedule

The 11 bus from Petaluma to Exploratorium runs from 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM, with departures every 15-30 min. The trip takes about 2 hr 7 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Petaluma to Exploratorium by bus and train

To get from Petaluma to Exploratorium in North Beach, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 11 bus from Safeway Eastside Transit Center (Washington Square) station to Washington and Lakeville WB station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SMART train and finally take the 101 bus from San Rafael Transit Center station to Salesforce Transit Ctr-Mission & Fremont station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 7 min. The ride fare is $7.25. The bus and train schedule from Petaluma may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Exploratorium on the Moovit app.

127min$7.25
Bus - 1111
Train - SMART
Bus - 101101
Walk to Exploratorium
Leaves from Safeway Eastside Transit Center (Washington Square)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Petaluma
  • 2
    Bus - 1111
    Wait for bus
    11
    11 Smart/Copeland Transit Mall
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Washington and Lakeville WB
    ID 87110
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Petaluma Downtown
    ID 7107
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - SMART
    Wait for train
    SMART
    Larkspur
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    San Rafael Station
    36 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    San Rafael Transit Center
    ID srtc
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 8
    Bus - 101101
    Wait for bus
    101
    San Francisco Salesforce TC
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Salesforce Transit Ctr-Mission & Fremont
    ID SFTCA
    50 min
  • 10
    Walk to Exploratorium
    Walk to
    Exploratorium
    The Embarcadero
    0.82 mi • 17 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Petaluma to Exploratorium

The distance between Petaluma, North Beach and Exploratorium, North Beach is approximately 42.83 mi, which can typically be travelled in 127 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Petaluma to Exploratorium by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North Beach – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Petaluma to Exploratorium

To check the bus and train schedule from Petaluma to Exploratorium using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Petaluma) and destination (Exploratorium), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Petaluma to Exploratorium?

    The fastest way takes 127 minutes, using Bus line 11, Train line SMART, Bus line 101.

  • Is there a direct bus between Petaluma and Exploratorium?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 7 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Petaluma to Exploratorium?

    The 11 bus line goes from Washington and Lakeville WB station near Petaluma in San Francisco - San Jose, CA to Petaluma Downtown station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Petaluma Downtown station near Exploratorium in North Beach.

  • How long does it take to travel from Petaluma to Exploratorium by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Petaluma in San Francisco - San Jose, CA and Exploratorium in North Beach by bus and train is about 2 hr 7 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Petaluma to get to Exploratorium?

    Get on the 11 bus from the Washington and Lakeville WB stop near Petaluma in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Petaluma and Exploratorium?

    Get off the bus at the Petaluma Downtown stop, which is closest to Exploratorium in North Beach.

  • When is the first bus from Petaluma to Exploratorium?

    The first bus from Petaluma in San Francisco - San Jose, CA to Exploratorium in North Beach is Santa Rosa - San Francisco. It leaves the East Washington St & Ellis St stop at 9:40 PM.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Petaluma to Exploratorium?

    The ride from Petaluma to Exploratorium costs $7.25.