Best way to get from Petaluma, CA to San Rafael, CA
Find the best ways to travel from Petaluma CA to San Rafael CA. You can also request a ride directly in the app at the tap of a button.
Transportation options
Uber: Request an Uber ride from Petaluma to San Rafael. The journey covers approximately 23 miles, with an estimated travel time of 29 minutes and a price of $46.
Public transportation: The Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) train offers a route from Petaluma Downtown to San Rafael. The estimated travel time is 35 minutes, covering a distance of about 30 miles. The price for this train service is approximately $11.
Bus service: Golden Gate Transit provides a line 101 bus service from Petaluma to San Rafael. The journey takes around 45 minutes, with a price range of $6 to $9, covering a distance of approximately 30 miles.
Private bus: A private bus service operates between Petaluma and San Rafael, offering an alternative to public transport. The estimated travel time is 50 minutes, with a price of around $15, covering a distance of about 30 miles.
Note: The travel times and costs are approximate and subject to change depending on traffic conditions and other factors. Updated June, 2025.
Reserve a ride in advance to San Rafael, CA
Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber to get from Petaluma, CA to San Rafael, CA. Request a ride up to 90 days before your trip, at any time and on any day of the year.
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Getting from Petaluma, CA to San Rafael, CA
When you ride with Uber on your next trip from Petaluma, CA to San Rafael, CA, you’ve got choices. Whether you’re traveling alone or with others, find a ride option that fits your needs and budget. If you like to plan ahead, consider scheduling a ride to San Rafael, CA in advance. Or you can request a ride on demand from Petaluma, CA in the Uber app.
The route your driver takes might depend on the time of day and other factors, like traffic and how many other riders are making requests. You can have a stress-free ride knowing that the Uber app will suggest the most efficient route to your driver.
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Average Travel Time
29 minutes
Average Route Price
$46
Average Route Distance
23 miles
How to get from Petaluma, CA to San Rafael, CA
Compare ride options getting from Petaluma, CA to San Rafael, CA. Check the Uber app for current prices and travel options available.
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Prices shown are for illustration purposes only and are based on average prices for the ride option shown from Petaluma, CA to San Rafael, CA for the past 12 months. They do not represent fixed or guaranteed prices.
Frequently asked questions
- When is Uber available at Petaluma, CA?
The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride from Petaluma, CA anytime, 24/7.
- How much does it cost to get from Petaluma, CA to San Rafael, CA?
The average price for this trip is $46. Open the Uber app and input San Rafael, CA in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to see what’s available. Prices will vary based on time of day and how many riders are making requests.
- What is the most affordable ride option on the Uber app from Petaluma, CA to San Rafael, CA?
The most affordable ride choice from Petaluma, CA to San Rafael, CA is RIDESHARE.
- How long does it take to get from Petaluma, CA to San Rafael, CA?
The average duration for this ride is 29 minutes. Before a trip starts, your app gives an estimated time of arrival (ETA) for when your driver is likely to arrive at Petaluma, CA. After your trip starts, your app provides an ETA for when you are likely to arrive at San Rafael, CA. Please note: ETAs are not guaranteed; various factors like heavy traffic or road construction could affect travel time.
- Can I schedule trips in advance on the Uber app from Petaluma, CA?
If Uber Reserve is an option in the Uber app at Petaluma, CA, you can request a ride from Petaluma, CA anywhere from 2 hours to 90 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year. Uber’s ride-scheduling technology and Uber Reserve can help you be on time.
- Can I rent a car with Uber to drive from Petaluma, CA to San Rafael, CA?
Check in the Uber app to see if car rentals are available at Petaluma, CA. If you see the Rent icon, you can complete your reservation using the Uber app. Then you can rent a car and drive yourself to San Rafael, CA. To get more details, go to uber.com/u/uber-rent.
The data presented on this page represents historical average prices, durations, and distances for routes. Actual prices, durations, and distances may vary based on factors such as location, traffic conditions, and other variables. Information provided here is for reference purposes only and should not be considered as binding.
