How to get from San Mateo Caltrain Station to Petaluma by bus and train?

From San Mateo Caltrain Station to Petaluma by bus and train

To get from San Mateo Caltrain Station to Petaluma you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the EXPRESS train from San Mateo station to Millbrae station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 292 bus and finally take the AIRPORT EXPRESS bus from SFO - San Francisco Airport Domestic station to Petaluma Fairgrounds station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 19 min. The ride fare is $44.05. The bus and train schedule from San Mateo Caltrain Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Petaluma on the Moovit app.

139min$44.05
Train - EXPRESS
EXPRESS
Bus - 292292
Bus - AIRPORT EXPRESSAIRPORT EXPRESS
Walk to Petaluma
Leaves from San Mateo

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    San Mateo Caltrain Station
  • 2
    Train - EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    EXPRESS
    San Francisco
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Millbrae
    5 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Millbrae Transit Center-Bay 12 West Busway
    ID 336623
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 292292
    Wait for bus
    292
    San Francisco
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    SFO Airport Terminal 2-Lower Level
    ID 335503
    13 min
  • 7
    Bus - AIRPORT EXPRESSAIRPORT EXPRESS
    Wait for bus
    AIRPORT EXPRESS
    Sonoma County
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Petaluma Fairgrounds
    90 min
  • 9
    Walk to Petaluma
    Walk to
    Petaluma
    Petaluma Boulevard South
    0.86 mi • 18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from San Mateo Caltrain Station to Petaluma

The distance between San Mateo Caltrain Station and Petaluma is approximately 68.94 mi, which can typically be travelled in 139 min. Moovit will show you the directions from San Mateo Caltrain Station 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 San Mateo Caltrain Station to Petaluma

To check the bus and train schedule from San Mateo Caltrain Station to Petaluma using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (San Mateo Caltrain Station) 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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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from San Mateo Caltrain Station to Petaluma?

    The fastest way takes 139 minutes, using Train line EXPRESS, Bus line 292, Bus line AIRPORT EXPRESS.

  • Is there a direct train between San Mateo Caltrain Station and Petaluma?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 19 min.

  • Which train line goes from San Mateo Caltrain Station to Petaluma?

    The EXPRESS train line goes from Millbrae station near San Mateo Caltrain Station in San Mateo to Millbrae Transit Center-Bay 12 West Busway station. From there you’ll have to take 2 bus lines till Millbrae Transit Center-Bay 12 West Busway station near Petaluma.

  • How long does it take to travel from San Mateo Caltrain Station to Petaluma by train and bus?

    The total travel time between San Mateo Caltrain Station and Petaluma by train and bus is about 2 hr 19 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near San Mateo Caltrain Station to get to Petaluma?

    Get on the EXPRESS train from the Millbrae station near San Mateo Caltrain Station in San Mateo.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between San Mateo Caltrain Station and Petaluma?

    Get off the train at the Millbrae Transit Center-Bay 12 West Busway stop, which is closest to Petaluma.

  • How much is the train fare from San Mateo Caltrain Station to Petaluma?

    The ride from San Mateo Caltrain Station to Petaluma costs $44.05.

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