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

From Richmond to Petaluma by bus and train

To get from Richmond to Petaluma you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 70 bus from Richmond BART station to Cutting Blvd & Harbour Way S station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 580 bus and finally take the SMART train from San Rafael Station station to Petaluma Downtown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 56 min. The ride fare is $8.40. The bus and train schedule from Richmond may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Petaluma on the Moovit app.

116min$8.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7070
Bus - 580580
Train - SMART
Walk to Petaluma
Leaves from Richmond BART

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Richmond BART
    ID 51674
    90 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7070
    Wait for bus
    70
    El Cerrito Del Norte BART
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Cutting Blvd & Harbour Way S
    ID 55123
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cutting Blvd & Harbour Way
    ID cuthar
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 580580
    Wait for bus
    580
    San Rafael
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    San Rafael Transit Center
    ID srtc
    32 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    San Rafael Station
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - SMART
    Wait for train
    SMART
    Windsor
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Petaluma Downtown
    ID 7107
    33 min
  • 10
    Walk to Petaluma
    Walk to
    Petaluma
    Petaluma Boulevard South
    600 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Richmond to Petaluma by bus and train via 71, 580 and SMART

To get from Richmond to Petaluma you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 71 bus from Richmond BART station to Carlson Blvd & Cutting Blvd station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 580 bus and finally take the SMART train from San Rafael Station station to Petaluma Downtown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The ride fare is $8.40. The bus and train schedule from Richmond may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Petaluma on the Moovit app.

129min$8.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7171
Bus - 580580
Train - SMART
Walk to Petaluma
Leaves from Richmond BART

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Richmond BART
    ID 51679
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7171
    Wait for bus
    71
    El Cerrito Plaza BART
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Carlson Blvd & Cutting Blvd
    ID 54992
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cutting Blvd & Carlson Blvd
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 580580
    Wait for bus
    580
    San Rafael
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    San Rafael Transit Center
    ID srtc
    38 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    San Rafael Station
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - SMART
    Wait for train
    SMART
    Windsor
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Petaluma Downtown
    ID 7107
    33 min
  • 10
    Walk to Petaluma
    Walk to
    Petaluma
    Petaluma Boulevard South
    600 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Richmond to Petaluma

The distance between Richmond and Petaluma is approximately 34.05 mi, which can typically be travelled in 116 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Richmond to Petaluma by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Petaluma – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Richmond to Petaluma

To check the bus and train schedule from Richmond to Petaluma using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Richmond) and destination (Petaluma), 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.

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Alternative route from Richmond to Petaluma by bus and train via 71, 580 and SMART

To get from Richmond to Petaluma you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 71 bus from Richmond BART station to Carlson Blvd & Cutting Blvd station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 580 bus and finally take the SMART train from San Rafael Station station to Petaluma Downtown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 9 min. The ride fare is $8.40. The bus and train schedule from Richmond may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Petaluma on the Moovit app.

129min$8.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - 7171
Bus - 580580
Train - SMART
Walk to Petaluma
Leaves from Richmond BART

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Richmond BART
    ID 51679
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 7171
    Wait for bus
    71
    El Cerrito Plaza BART
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Carlson Blvd & Cutting Blvd
    ID 54992
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cutting Blvd & Carlson Blvd
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 580580
    Wait for bus
    580
    San Rafael
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    San Rafael Transit Center
    ID srtc
    38 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    San Rafael Station
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - SMART
    Wait for train
    SMART
    Windsor
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Petaluma Downtown
    ID 7107
    33 min
  • 10
    Walk to Petaluma
    Walk to
    Petaluma
    Petaluma Boulevard South
    600 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 116 minutes, using Bus line 70, Bus line 580, Train line SMART.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Richmond to Petaluma?

    The alternative route takes 129 minutes, using Bus line 71, Bus line 580, Train line SMART.

  • Is there a direct bus between Richmond and Petaluma?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 56 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Richmond to Petaluma?

    The 70 bus line goes from Richmond BART station near Richmond in Richmond to Cutting Blvd & Harbour Way S station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Cutting Blvd & Harbour Way S station near Petaluma.

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

    The total travel time between Richmond and Petaluma by bus and train is about 1 hr 56 min.

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

    Get on the 70 bus from the Richmond BART stop near Richmond in Richmond.

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

    Get off the bus at the Cutting Blvd & Harbour Way S station, which is closest to Petaluma.

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

    The ride from Richmond to Petaluma costs $8.40.

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