How to get from Petaluma to San Rafael Transit Center by bus and train?

From Petaluma to San Rafael Transit Center by bus and train

To get from Petaluma to San Rafael Transit Center in San Rafael, take the 11 bus from Safeway Eastside Transit Center (Washington Square) station to Washington and Lakeville WB station. Next, take the SMART train from Petaluma Downtown station to San Rafael Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 52 min. The ride fare is $4.50. The bus and train schedule from Petaluma may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to San Rafael Transit Center on the Moovit app.

52min$4.50
Bus - 1111
Train - SMART
Walk to San Rafael Transit Center
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 San Rafael Transit Center
    Walk to
    San Rafael Transit Center
    Tamalpais Avenue
    80 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Petaluma to San Rafael Transit Center

The distance between Petaluma and San Rafael Transit Center is approximately 22.92 mi, which can typically be travelled in 52 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Petaluma to San Rafael Transit Center by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Rafael – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Petaluma to San Rafael Transit Center

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

    The fastest way takes 52 minutes, using Bus line 11, Train line SMART.

  • Is there a direct bus between Petaluma and San Rafael Transit Center?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 52 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Petaluma to San Rafael Transit Center?

    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 train line till Petaluma Downtown station near San Rafael Transit Center.

  • How long does it take to travel from Petaluma to San Rafael Transit Center by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Petaluma and San Rafael Transit Center by bus and train is about 52 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Petaluma to get to San Rafael Transit Center?

    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 San Rafael Transit Center?

    Get off the bus at the Petaluma Downtown station, which is closest to San Rafael Transit Center.

  • When is the first train from Petaluma to San Rafael Transit Center?

    The first train from Petaluma in San Francisco - San Jose, CA to San Rafael Transit Center in San Rafael is San Rafael - Sonoma County Airport. It leaves the Petaluma Downtown station at 9:37 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Petaluma to San Rafael Transit Center?

    The ride from Petaluma to San Rafael Transit Center costs $4.50.

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