What is the cheapest way to get from Novato to Mendocino?

The cheapest way to get from Novato to Mendocino is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Novato to Mendocino?

The fastest way to get from Novato to Mendocino is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Novato and Mendocino?

No, there is no direct bus from Novato to Mendocino. However, there are services departing from Petaluma and arriving at Little Lake St & Kasten St via Pear Tree Center - Ross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Novato to Mendocino?

The distance between Novato and Mendocino is 155 miles. The road distance is 126.4 miles.

How do I travel from Novato to Mendocino without a car?

The best way to get from Novato to Mendocino without a car is to bus via Ukiah which takes 5h 24m and costs $30 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Novato to Mendocino?

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Novato to Mendocino, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Novato to Mendocino bus from?

Novato to Mendocino bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Petaluma station.

Where does the Novato to Mendocino bus arrive?

Novato to Mendocino bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Novato to Mendocino?

Yes, the driving distance between Novato to Mendocino is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Novato to Mendocino.

Where can I stay near Mendocino?

There are 149+ hotels available in Mendocino.

Novato to Mendocino - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Novato to Mendocino by bus (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Bus via Ukiah
best
1. Take the bus from Petaluma to Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Pear Tree Center - Ross to Little Lake St & Kasten Stbus 65
5h 24m
$31–61
Drive 125.7 mi
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1. Drive from Novato to Mendocinocar 125.7 mi
2h 42m
$23–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Rafael to Sonoma Co Airport Terminalbus Sonoma County Airport
2. Take the bus from Sonoma County Airport to Little Lake St & Kasten Stbus 65
6h 51m
$37–86

Novato to Mendocino by train and bus

7Weekly Services

5h 24mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 153.9 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Novato, CA, USA and Mendocino, CA, USA?

You can take a train from SMART Novato Downtown to Little Lake St & Kasten St via SMART Petaluma Downtown, Petaluma, Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop, and Pear Tree Center - Ross in around 5h 24m.

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