What is the cheapest way to get from Novato to Palo Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Novato to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $11 - $16 and takes 1h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Novato to Palo Alto?

The fastest way to get from Novato to Palo Alto is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs $11 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Novato and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Novato to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Downtown Novato-Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave and arriving at Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 via Smith Ranch Road and Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Novato to Palo Alto?

The distance between Novato and Palo Alto is 63 miles. The road distance is 60.8 miles.

How do I travel from Novato to Palo Alto without a car?

The best way to get from Novato to Palo Alto without a car is to bus and Caltrain which takes 2h 28m and costs $16 - $23.

How long does it take to get from Novato to Palo Alto?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Novato to Palo Alto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Novato to Palo Alto bus from?

Novato to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Marin Airporter, depart from Smith Ranch Road station.

Where does the Novato to Palo Alto bus arrive?

Novato to Palo Alto bus services, operated by Marin Airporter, arrive at San Francisco Airport station.

Can I drive from Novato to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Novato to Palo Alto is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Novato to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 455+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Novato to Palo Alto - 5 ways to travel via bus, Caltrain, line 101 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Novato to Palo Alto by bus, train, or car

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Bus, Caltrain
best
1. Take the bus from Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave to Mission St & 4th Stbus 101
2. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2h 28m
$16–22
Drive 60.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Novato to Palo Altocar 60.5 mi
1h 13m
$11–16
Line 101 bus, Caltrain
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Hyde St & Grove Stbus 101
2. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2h 48m
$15–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Smith Ranch Road to San Francisco Airportbus To SFO
2. Take the bus from Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr / ...
3h 42m
$44–49
Bus, line 292 bus
1. Take the bus from Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave to Mission St & 7th Stbus 101
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 7th St to Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1bus 292 / ...
3. Take the bus from Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1bus Ecr / ...
4h
$11–18

Novato to Palo Alto by bus and train

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2h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 62.2 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Novato, CA, USA and Palo Alto, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Downtown Novato-Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave to Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 1 via Hwy 101 @ Lucas Valley Rd Bus Pad, Smith Ranch Road, San Francisco Airport, San Francisco International Airport, Millbrae, and Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 in around 3h 42m.

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