Marin County is expansive and getting there quickly usually just does not happen. Below are a handful of traffic tips that will help you on the roads.
There is also a variety of transportation methods of getting around, from bus and ferry service, to destination shuttles, airport transfers, and car rentals.
Commuter Traffic Tips
Morning commute: 6am-10am, southbound Hwy. 101 between SR-37 and Lincoln Ave.
For the best use of your travel time, it is advised to stay off the 101 Freeway and main city thoroughfares from 7am to 10am and 4pm to 6pm.
It is highly recommended that you utilize public transportation when available to access Marin’s most popular attractions. The Muir Woods Shuttle service runs a shuttle to Muir Woods during the summer from Memorial Day to Labor Day, and it is the best way to see the beautiful redwoods without the traffic hassle. Other forms of public transportation such as the Golden Gate Transit Bus service, and the Golden Gate Ferry service are also recommended when visiting Marin and the Greater Bay Area.
Please be respectful of local considerations when parking and accessing a high volume tourist area such as Pt. Reyes, Muir Woods, Angel Island, etc. During the weekdays, traffic to these locations is lighter than on weekends, but remember to observe all parking requirements and respect for the local population when traveling to these areas. Marin has an abundance of natural beauty and outdoor attractions so please enjoy responsibly and tread lightly when visiting our most popular attractions.
Try to plan your trip to Marin during the weekdays or during the off-season (Oct-March) to get the maximum amount of time in our area with the least amount of traffic issues. The selection of attractions, shopping, dining, outdoor activities, and other visitor related areas is greatly enhanced for the visitor who comes to Marin County during this timeframe. Weekday trips offer the visitor nearly unlimited opportunities to see Marin County while minimizing your travel footprint. Contact the Marin Convention & Visitors Bureau in advance of your trip to let us help you plan the best use of your time and plot your travel route during your stay.
Angel Island Ferry
415-435-2131
www.angelislandferry.com
Angel Island Ferry operates from Tiburon to Angel Island. Sunset and Moonlight Cruises are also offered on the Bay.
Golden Gate Transit – Bus and Ferry Service
415-455-2000
www.goldengatetransit.org
Golden Gate Transit operates bus service from Marin county to and from San Francisco and Sonoma County, as well as local service within Marin County. Please visit www.goldengatetransit.org or call Toll-Free 511. Say “Golden Gate Transit” then "Operator" to speak to an individual for more details on schedules.
Golden Gate Ferry operates frequent ferry service between San Francisco and Larkspur in central Marin and between San Francisco and Sausalito in southern Marin County. Please visit www.goldengateferry.org.
Route 66 Muir Woods Shuttle Service
www.goldengate.org/news/transit/muirwoods
Call Toll-Free 511, say “Golden Gate Transit” then "Operator" to speak to an individual for more details on schedules.
Route 66 Muir Woods Shuttle provides shuttle service to Muir Woods on weekends and holidays through September. It originates in Marin City and stops at the Pohono Street Park & Ride and the Manzanita Park & Ride on route to Muir Woods. This shuttle service is seasonal and tends to begin in May and end in late September. Fares are collected in the outbound direction (to Muir Woods) and there is no charge on the inbound or return trip from Muir Woods. Fares are as follows: adult cash fare is $3.00 and the fare for youth (ages 6 to 18), seniors (65+), and persons with disabilities is $1.00. Exact fare is required. Please refer to website for all details!
Transit and Trails
Transit and Trails provids information on how the public can get out to our wonderful parks here in the Bay Area using public transportation. You can start by Finding trailheads and preset trips, next Plan your trip from home to the start and from the end back home, and eventually Share your trip experience.
You can also download a digital version for FREE here.
West Marin Stage Coach
415-526-3239
www.marintransit.org
Enjoy this great local transit service for your transportation needs to West Marin destinations such as Mount Tamalpais State Park, Stinson Beach, Bolinas, Samuel P. Taylor State Park, Bear Valley Visitors Center at Point Reyes National Seashore, Olema, Point Reyes Station, Inverness and more. (See website for current schedules and a full listing of all destinations.) Vehicles are equipped with bicycle racks for up to 2-3 bikes and wheelchair lifts for up to 2 wheelchairs. Fares range from FREE to $2.00.
Airport Transfers
Marin Airporter
415-461-4222
www.marinairporter.com
Marin Airporter provides shuttle service between SFO to Marin County every 30 minutes. Scheduled service runs 7 days a week, 365 days a year, including all holidays! Please refer to our website for times, locations, and fares.
Pure Luxury Transportation Services
4246 Petaluma Blvd. North
Petaluma, CA 94952
800-626-5466
www.PureLuxury.com
Rooted in hard work, customer service and innovation, Pure Luxury Transportation is the first executive full service transportation company to be “Green Certified” in the North Bay. Since 1991, we have been providing everything from airport meet and greet transportation, group shuttles, board retreats to winery tours, dinner celebrations and golf transfers. Our web site is full of detailed information on all of the transportation services we offer our clients. If you have a moment please go to www.pureluxury.com to see our impressive fleet and understand more about our services. Our operation is fully staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and we service 500 cities, worldwide.
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