How to get from San Rafael Downtown to Union Square by bus?

From San Rafael Downtown to Union Square by bus

To get from San Rafael Downtown to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center, take the 101 bus from San Rafael Transit Center station to Van Ness Av & O'Farrell St station. Next, take the 38R bus from O'Farrell St & Van Ness Ave station to O'Farrell St & Powell St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min. The ride fare is $6.50. The bus schedule from San Rafael Downtown may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Union Square on the Moovit app.

48min$6.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - 101101
Bus - 38R38R
Walk to Union Square
Leaves from San Rafael Transit Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    San Rafael Transit Center
    ID srtc
    160 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 101101
    Wait for bus
    101
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  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Van Ness Av & O'Farrell St
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    O'Farrell St & Van Ness Ave
    ID 15818
    30 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 38R38R
    Wait for bus
    38R
    Transit Center
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    O'Farrell St & Powell St
    ID 15817
    4 min
  • 7
    Walk to Union Square
    Walk to
    Union Square
    430 yd • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from San Rafael Downtown to Union Square

The distance between San Rafael Downtown, Downton/Civic Center and Union Square, Downton/Civic Center is approximately 18.01 mi, which can typically be travelled in 48 min. Moovit will show you the directions from San Rafael Downtown to Union Square by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Downton/Civic Center – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from San Rafael Downtown to Union Square

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

    The fastest way takes 48 minutes, using Bus line 101, Bus line 38R.

  • Is there a direct bus between San Rafael Downtown and Union Square?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 48 min.

  • Which bus line goes from San Rafael Downtown to Union Square?

    The 101 bus line goes from San Rafael Transit Center station near San Rafael Downtown in San Rafael to Van Ness Av & O'Farrell St station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Van Ness Av & O'Farrell St station near Union Square in Downton/Civic Center.

  • How long does it take to travel from San Rafael Downtown to Union Square by bus?

    The total travel time between San Rafael Downtown in San Rafael and Union Square in Downton/Civic Center by bus is about 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near San Rafael Downtown to get to Union Square?

    Get on the 101 bus from the San Rafael Transit Center stop near San Rafael Downtown in San Rafael.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between San Rafael Downtown and Union Square?

    Get off the bus at the Van Ness Av & O'Farrell St stop, which is closest to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center.

  • When is the last bus from San Rafael Downtown to Union Square?

    The last bus from San Rafael Downtown in San Rafael to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center is the Novato - San Francisco line. It leaves the San Rafael Transit Center stop at 3:30 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from San Rafael Downtown to Union Square?

    The ride from San Rafael Downtown to Union Square costs $6.50.

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