I don't use SMART to commute so this review is based solely on me and my wife taking the train from…read morethe northern most station and connecting to the larkspur ferry and ending up in SF for a weekend getaway. Have done this once before and the only thing I can say is that we should be doing it more often. $12 for a one way trip on SMART and Ferry boat. Can't beat the price can't beat the views. This weekends trip was made even better by the great conversation we had with one of their conductors, Todd. We were fortunate to have him on Saturday going down to SF and on the train Sunday coming back to Santa Rosa. If you haven't taken advantage of this combo fair I highly recommend it.

First time riding and wasn't sure where the bikes go. When asking for clarification, the person…read moredidn't speak English clearly and when we ask for clarity he was extremely rude. Not sure I would use this Smart train again. What a waste of tax dollars and can't believe I voted for bad treatment!!

I saw a train platform, but I am confused...and the railroad tracks sound old and unused…read more.. mostly, Marin County offers buses to and from San Francisco through the Golden Gate Bridge and Presidio....goes downtown or through the Marina the buses are decent and actually not cheap...about $5-6 one way...so don't rush over the transit center is at Downtown San Rafael...similar to Burlingame or Palo Alto..

Central San Rafael lots of places to eat and fine and see…read more Transit center is very conveniently located ! Buses and trains connect the North Bay to SF Great convenience!

First of all let me point out the fact that this page is unclaimed shows that they don't care…read more And it basically all reflects from that fact. Going to the fair, oh free ride? You're SOL if it's after 9. You only find out the bus doesn't stop at a normally scheduled stop after you gey there with a piece of paper posted. That's too late. What's someone with mobility issues going to do? They'll never take responsibility or have any semblance of common sense.

This company drives their oversized marin transit vehicle in the residential area early in the…read moremorning and wakes everyone up with their transit vehicle which rattles my walls inside my house as the driver gasses it. Driver pulls into our driveway using it as a turnaround. This should be illegal to drive this oversized vehicle in residential areas and waking everyone up. Sounds like a semitruck, I only wish the people who allow this could be sued into oblivion.

You can't beat the price, if you can tolerate the harsh ride. I have encountered waiting over a…read morehalf hour on several occasion! In addition, there may be three customers that have to be dropped off before yourself. Not the best means of transfer if you can afford a cab!

Their website intones:…read more "If you live in or visit Marin County it is impossible to miss the 50 Whistlestop Wheel buses that transport the county's elderly and disabled citizens to and from essential services." Which is true. You can't miss these minibuses. They're the ones that are doing 20 mph below the limit, swerving between lanes without signalling on 101. They're the ones that cut you off in downtown San Rafael. They're the ones who run stop signs. They're the ones double parked in narrow streets. God bless the services they give to the elderly, but I wish they'd at least hire people who can drive.

This is one of the few shuttle companies offering service to and from Muir Woods…read more First and foremost, you cannot beat the price--$4.00 per person round trip. Unbelievable price considering parking at Muir Woods is nearly impossible and requires advanced reservations. My family arrived at Larkspur Landing in Larkspur, CA, as directed when I made our online reservations on gomuirwoods.com Advanced online shuttle reservations are a must. Our reservation was for 200 pm on a Sunday afternoon. Parking in the huge parking lot is free on weekends. We arrived at 130 pm and formed a line as instructed by a very nice male employee sitting in a large, company-like camper. There are port-a-potties here, but no other open restrooms. Shortly after 200, the same male employee from the company camper began scanning for tickets. This same employee provided information on what to expect (8 degrees cooler up in Muir Woods from where we were standing), that the drive would take 30 minutes, etc... Once we boarded the shuttle, the driver came in, and they took a headcount. There were eight empty seats, so he exited the shuttle and invited eight guests standing in line to board. Darn! A packed shuttle :( We were now packed like sardines. It was a warm day, and whatever little cool air was in the shuttle was now gone. It was starting to get warm, very warm inside. Once we took off, it felt as though it was no longer warm but HOT!! The AC was on, a vent on the shuttle roof was open, yet it was very uncomfortable as I began to sweat, and I could see that other guests were wiping sweat from their brows and/or fanning themselves. The ride up takes you along a winding road that goes up and down before you arrive at the entrance to Muir Woods. The driver did a GREAT job and was very professional and friendly. When we exited the shuttle, we were RELIEVED as the cool air hit our faces The return trip was different, as there were only half the riders in the shuttle. The driver did a great job, but the ride was definitely nerve-racking. The shuttle is on the side of the cliffs, and in some areas of the ride back, the driver was kicking up dirt, which means we were very close to the edge. The driver was very experienced, professional, and a great driver, but for someone like me who HATES heights, I was definitely sweating under my windbreaker. Overall, this is a GREAT way to get to Muir Woods without all the drama of trying to drive up and find parking in your own vehicle.

We have read many of these reviews, and it seems like they have definitely watched and improved…read morefrom prior reviews. Our driver today, Candace, and the greeter Tucker, we're outstanding. They met the guest with the smile. Told us what to expect. And left promptly at their start time, and brought us back promptly at the return time.

I was able to ride all the way to Novato to see the Space Festival 2019. Just a short walk from the…read morebus stop at Salvatore & Ensente Streets. Using Clipper Card is so easy too! There is free WiFi and no need to worry about driving. I like it! The drivers are so nice and I didn't think I would, but I asked the driver for some held with directions. He was like a super help.

Since the SMART train expanded its service, it feels like Golden Gate Transit bus service has gone…read moredownhill. One of my biggest frustrations is that buses are constantly running far ahead of schedule. If the Petaluma stop says the bus arrives at 5:20, I understand a few minutes early or a few minutes late. But 20 minutes early is unacceptable. It happens often enough that it's become a real reliability issue. People plan their commutes around the published schedule, and buses leaving that early make riders miss them entirely. Another ongoing problem is bus spacing. It's common to see two buses arrive within a couple of minutes of each other, followed by a 30- to 40-minute gap before the next one. Better spacing would make the service much more dependable. I've also noticed that many drivers barely come to a complete stop before pulling away. They accelerate quickly before passengers have a chance to sit down, which can be uncomfortable and potentially unsafe, especially for seniors or anyone with mobility challenges. I rely on Golden Gate Transit, so it's disappointing to see the service becoming less reliable. I hope they take rider feedback seriously and work on improving schedule adherence, bus spacing, and passenger safety.

Big parking lot for Golden Gate Transit buses. You also catch the Marin Airporter here. Signs say…read moreno overnight parking but Ive seen cars here all times of day. There is a small shelter for when it rains. On the downside, a lot of garbage piles up here making this place smelly and slimy at times. Also at King Tides (super high tides) parts of the parking lot can be under water. So beware and bring a life jacket just in case. ;-)

I've used this free commuter parking lot several times when hiking the Dipsea Trail. We leave one…read morecar in the lot, hike, and then take the bus back to the lot. Shuttle drivers are polite. There are clean portable toilets near the shuttle boarding area. Try not to park near the water though, as the lot often floods during high tide.

My go to parking lot for easy trips into the city including my annual pickup spot for Bay to…read moreBreakers. Quite a few transit service buses stop here, so it makes it very convenient as it is a short trip from the parking lot to the city. Since it is a parking lot, I will break down the pros and cons. Pros - Quite a bit of parking, never seen it more than %70 full. Easy access from freeway. Fairly clean. Overnight parking. Cons- Night time would be a no go, no security and semi bad area. No bathroom. Watch out for floods! Easy access for any thieves. I meet this parking lot halfway on a review as I do not really see the pros outweighing the cons.

The 4 bus goes to the financial district about every 10-15 mins during rush hour. There is ample…read moreparking. Airporter stops here as do many Silicon Valley private buses. Coffee is available at Buckeyes if you need it. There is also a waiting area with cover for those rainy days. For bike riders you have storage bins/racks. Only down side is occasional flooding in winter during high tide. Just something to be aware of.

Fun ride over to Larkspur on the ferry. This one really goes a lot faster than the Sausalito ferry…read more We sat outside going over and the wind was whipping around and it was cold -but beautiful. Very scenic and enjoyable. We sat inside on the ride back which was really pleasant too and a lot warmer. My only complaint is when we got to the ferry at 10AM as the schedule said we were told it was a holiday and they were running on a holiday schedule so we had to wait an hour. We picked up the schedule at customer service and checked for return ride under the holiday/weekend schedule and it said 2pm. When we arrived a sign said 3pm. Really?? Get it together! So the whole outing took a lot longer than expected. Check the schedule carefully if you go -- but go -- it is a lovely ride.

My wife and I live taking the ferry into the city. Relaxing, and comfortable. Ease of use for…read moreSaturday Farmer Market is great. The one issue I have is the snack/beverage offerings. The peeled are great, but they display bottles of spirits for cocktails, but also offer Cutwater. Well, I asked for a Bloody Mary, and the gentleman pulled out a Cutwater can. I asked if they make them themselves. He was response was no. Now, I'm not a mixologist , but if you display a vodka, how hard is it to pour 1 1/2-2 oz of vodka into a glass with ice add some Bloody Mary mix, which they offer as well, and make me a normal Bloody Mary. Then charge you $13 for it. Do Better, Golden Gate Ferry.

Our go to service for travel to SFO and OAK airports. Always prompt and on time. Always there on…read morethe dime for airport pick up even when your plane is delayed. Easy to make a reservation, and Brian responds to requests within minutes. Can't get any better service.

Brian and his team provide incredible service. They are timely and always friendly and careful…read more I am so grateful in particular to Brian. He is a great conversationalist as well as a person with practical travel experience. I always enjoy our talks. I have used Marin Car Service for many years and highly recommend them!