How to get from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to San Rafael Transit Center by bus?

San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to San Rafael Transit Center - Bus Schedule

The MARIN AIRPORTER bus from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to San Rafael Transit Center runs from 12:00 AM to 11:30 PM, with departures every 30 min-5 hr. The trip takes about 1 hr 29 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to San Rafael Transit Center by bus

To get from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to San Rafael Transit Center in San Rafael, take the MARIN AIRPORTER bus from International Terminal Departures Level 100 station to Hwy 101 @ Seminary Dr Bus Pad station. Next, take the 71 bus from Hwy 101 @ Seminary Dr Bus Pad station to San Rafael Transit Center station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 29 min. The bus schedule from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to San Rafael Transit Center on the Moovit app.

89min
Walk to bus station
Bus - MARIN AIRPORTERMARIN AIRPORTER
Bus - 7171
Walk to San Rafael Transit Center
Leaves from International Terminal Departures Level 100

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    International Terminal Departures Level 100
    510 yd • 6 min
  • 2
    Bus - MARIN AIRPORTERMARIN AIRPORTER
    Wait for bus
    MARIN AIRPORTER
    Hamilton – Novato
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Hwy 101 @ Seminary Dr Bus Pad
    ID 40188
    60 min
  • 4
    Bus - 7171
    Wait for bus
    71
    San Marin SMART Station
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    San Rafael Transit Center
    ID srtc
    19 min
  • 6
    Walk to San Rafael Transit Center
    Walk to
    San Rafael Transit Center
    Tamalpais Avenue
    40 yd • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to San Rafael Transit Center

The distance between San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) and San Rafael Transit Center is approximately 30.78 mi, which can typically be travelled in 89 min. Moovit will show you the directions from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to San Rafael Transit Center by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Rafael – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to San Rafael Transit Center

To check the bus schedule from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to San Rafael Transit Center using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO)) and destination (San Rafael Transit Center), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to San Rafael Transit Center?

    The fastest way takes 89 minutes, using Bus line MARIN AIRPORTER, Bus line 71.

  • Is there a direct bus between San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) and San Rafael Transit Center?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 29 min.

  • Which bus line goes from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to San Rafael Transit Center?

    The MARIN AIRPORTER bus line goes from International Terminal Departures Level 100 station near San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) in Sfo to Hwy 101 @ Seminary Dr Bus Pad station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Hwy 101 @ Seminary Dr Bus Pad station near San Rafael Transit Center.

  • How long does it take to travel from San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to San Rafael Transit Center by bus?

    The total travel time between San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) and San Rafael Transit Center by bus is about 1 hr 29 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) to get to San Rafael Transit Center?

    Get on the MARIN AIRPORTER bus from the International Terminal Departures Level 100 stop near San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) in Sfo.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between San Francisco Int'l Airport (SFO) and San Rafael Transit Center?

    Get off the bus at the Hwy 101 @ Seminary Dr Bus Pad stop, which is closest to San Rafael Transit Center.

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