What is the cheapest way to get from Novato to Marin City?

The cheapest way to get from Novato to Marin City is to line 71 bus which costs $2 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Novato to Marin City?

The fastest way to get from Novato to Marin City is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $70 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Novato and Marin City?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Downtown Novato-Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave and arriving at Marin City Hub-Donahue & Terners. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Novato to Marin City?

The distance between Novato and Marin City is 19 miles. The road distance is 18.6 miles.

How do I travel from Novato to Marin City without a car?

The best way to get from Novato to Marin City without a car is to line 71 bus which takes 42 min and costs $2.

How long does it take to get from Novato to Marin City?

The line 71 bus from Downtown Novato-Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave to Marin City Hub-Donahue & Terners takes 42 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Novato to Marin City bus from?

Novato to Marin City bus services, operated by Marin Transit, depart from Downtown Novato-Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave station.

Where does the Novato to Marin City bus arrive?

Novato to Marin City bus services, operated by Marin Transit, arrive at Marin City Hub-Donahue & Terners station.

Can I drive from Novato to Marin City?

Yes, the driving distance between Novato to Marin City is 19 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Novato to Marin City.

Where can I stay near Marin City?

There are 590+ hotels available in Marin City.

Novato to Marin City - 4 ways to travel via train, line 71 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Novato to Marin City by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 71 bus
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1. Take the bus from Downtown Novato-Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave to Marin City Hub-Donahue & Ternersbus 71
42 min
$2
Train, line 71 bus
1. Take the train from SMART Novato Downtown to SMART San Rafaeltrain Smart
2. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Marin City Hub-Donahue & Ternersbus 71 / ...
47 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Novato to Marin Citytaxi 18.5 mi
21 min
$70–85
Drive 18.5 mi
1. Drive from Novato to Marin Citycar 18.5 mi
21 min
$4–5

Novato to Marin City by bus

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Distance: 19 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Novato, CA, USA and Marin City, CA, USA?

Marin Transit operates a bus from Downtown Novato-Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave to Marin City Hub-Donahue & Terners hourly. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 42 min.

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