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

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Novato is to bus which costs $10 - $15 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Novato is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs $11 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Novato?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Novato. However, there are services departing from E Bayshore Rd & Donohoe St and arriving at Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Novato?

The distance between Palo Alto and Novato is 63 miles. The road distance is 61 miles.

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

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Novato without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 2h 51m and costs $16 - $23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Palo Alto to Novato, including transfers.

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

Palo Alto to Novato bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from E Bayshore Rd & Donohoe St station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Novato bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Novato bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37 station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Novato?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Novato is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Palo Alto to Novato.

Where can I stay near Novato?

There are 140+ hotels available in Novato.

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

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

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Caltrain, bus
best
1. Take the train from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Avebus 101
2h 51m
$17–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from E Bayshore Rd & Donohoe St to Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37bus Epx
2. Take the bus from Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A to Redwood Blvd & Grant Avebus 101 / ...
3h 13m
$10–15
Caltrain, line 101 bus
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the bus from Van Ness Ave & Clay St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Bbus 101
3h 18m
$17–22
Drive 60.7 mi
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Novatocar 60.7 mi
1h 14m
$12–16
Bus via Daly City
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to San Bruno BART-Bay 5bus Ecr
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Avebus 101
3h 48m
$13–19

Palo Alto to Novato by train and bus

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2h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 62.9 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a bus from E Bayshore Rd & Donohoe St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via Salesforce Transit Center- Bay 37 and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A in around 3h 13m.

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