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

From Sausalito to Petaluma by bus and train

To get from Sausalito to Petaluma you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 61 bus from Sausalito Ferry station to Marin City Hub-Donahue & Terners station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 36 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 30 min. The ride fare is $5.00. The bus and train schedule from Sausalito may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Petaluma on the Moovit app.

90min$5.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 6161
Bus - 3636
Train - SMART
Walk to Petaluma
Leaves from Sausalito Ferry

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Sausalito Ferry
    360 yd • 5 min
  • 2
    Bus - 6161
    Wait for bus
    61
    Bolinas
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Marin City Hub-Donahue & Terners
    ID donter
    10 min
  • 4
    Bus - 3636
    Wait for bus
    36
    Canal via San Rafael
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    San Rafael Transit Center
    ID srtc
    24 min
  • 6
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    San Rafael Station
    40 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Train - SMART
    Wait for train
    SMART
    Windsor
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Petaluma Downtown
    ID 7107
    33 min
  • 9
    Walk to Petaluma
    Walk to
    Petaluma
    Petaluma Boulevard South
    600 yd • 7 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Sausalito to Petaluma by bus and train via 120, 101 and SMART

To get from Sausalito to Petaluma you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 120 bus from Bridgeway & El Portal station to Golden Gate Bridge Toll Plaza station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 101 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 34 min. The ride fare is $4.00. The bus and train schedule from Sausalito may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Petaluma on the Moovit app.

94min$4.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 120120
Bus - 101101
Train - SMART
Walk to Petaluma
Leaves from Bridgeway & El Portal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bridgeway & El Portal
    ID saupor
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 120120
    Wait for bus
    120
    San Francisco Salesforce TC
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Golden Gate Bridge Toll Plaza
    ID toll
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Golden Gate Bridge Toll Plaza
    ID toll
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 101101
    Wait for bus
    101
    San Rafael
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    San Rafael Transit Center
    ID srtc
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    San Rafael Station
    130 yd • 2 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 Sausalito to Petaluma

The distance between Sausalito and Petaluma is approximately 34.93 mi, which can typically be travelled in 90 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Sausalito 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 Sausalito to Petaluma

To check the bus and train schedule from Sausalito to Petaluma using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Sausalito) 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 Sausalito to Petaluma by bus and train via 120, 101 and SMART

To get from Sausalito to Petaluma you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 120 bus from Bridgeway & El Portal station to Golden Gate Bridge Toll Plaza station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 101 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 34 min. The ride fare is $4.00. The bus and train schedule from Sausalito may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Petaluma on the Moovit app.

94min$4.00
Walk to bus station
Bus - 120120
Bus - 101101
Train - SMART
Walk to Petaluma
Leaves from Bridgeway & El Portal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bridgeway & El Portal
    ID saupor
    300 yd • 4 min
  • 2
    Bus - 120120
    Wait for bus
    120
    San Francisco Salesforce TC
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Golden Gate Bridge Toll Plaza
    ID toll
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Golden Gate Bridge Toll Plaza
    ID toll
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 101101
    Wait for bus
    101
    San Rafael
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    San Rafael Transit Center
    ID srtc
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    San Rafael Station
    130 yd • 2 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 Sausalito to Petaluma?

    The fastest way takes 90 minutes, using Bus line 61, Bus line 36, Train line SMART.

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

    The alternative route takes 94 minutes, using Bus line 120, Bus line 101, Train line SMART.

  • Is there a direct bus between Sausalito and Petaluma?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 30 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Sausalito to Petaluma?

    The 61 bus line goes from Sausalito Ferry station near Sausalito in Sausalito to Bolinas station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Bolinas station near Petaluma.

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

    The total travel time between Sausalito and Petaluma by bus and train is about 1 hr 30 min.

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

    Get on the 61 bus from the Sausalito Ferry stop near Sausalito in Sausalito.

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

    Get off the bus at the Bolinas station, which is closest to Petaluma.

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

    The ride from Sausalito to Petaluma costs $5.00.

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