San Rafael

California

1
Destinations

San Rafael is located in California, approximately 15 miles from San Francisco. The most popular drive from San Rafael is to San Francisco. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.

Driving Times from San Rafael

1 destinations

Short Drives — 1

San Francisco
44 miles
1h 34min

Nearby Cities

Muir Woods (6 mi)Tiburon (8 mi)Sausalito (8 mi)Novato (9 mi)San Francisco (15 mi)Berkeley (16 mi)

Routes to San Rafael

San Francisco → San Rafael

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is San Rafael from San Francisco?
San Rafael is approximately 44 miles from San Francisco, taking around 1h 34min.
What cities are within 3 hours of San Rafael?
There are 2 cities within 3 hours, including San Francisco, San Rafael.
How many routes from San Rafael?
San Rafael has 1 routes in our database.

Road Trips from San Rafael

Looking to hit the road from San Rafael? Browse 3 driving routes with detailed travel data including estimated drive times, mileage, and gas costs. From short trips under an hour to epic multi-day drives, San Rafael connects to destinations across the country. Click any route card for a full breakdown of the journey, including suggested stops, traffic estimates, toll information, and the recommended time of day to depart for the smoothest drive.