What is the cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Novato?

The cheapest way to get from Stanford University to Novato is to drive which costs $11 - $17 and takes 1h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stanford University to Novato?

The fastest way to get from Stanford University to Novato is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Stanford University and Novato?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanford University to Novato. However, there are services departing from Stanford Oval and arriving at Downtown Novato-Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9, San Francisco Airport and Hwy 101 @ Smith Ranch Rd Bus Pad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Stanford University to Novato?

The distance between Stanford University and Novato is 65 miles. The road distance is 61.8 miles.

How do I travel from Stanford University to Novato without a car?

The best way to get from Stanford University to Novato without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 3h 26m and costs $16 - $25.

How long does it take to get from Stanford University to Novato?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Stanford University to Novato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanford University to Novato bus from?

Stanford University to Novato bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 station.

Where does the Stanford University to Novato bus arrive?

Stanford University to Novato bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Millbrae Transit Center- Bay G1 station.

Can I drive from Stanford University to Novato?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanford University to Novato is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Stanford University to Novato.

Where can I stay near Novato?

There are 144+ hotels available in Novato.

Stanford University to Novato - 5 ways to travel via train, Caltrain, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Stanford University to Novato by train, bus, tram, or car

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Caltrain, bus
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Avebus 101
3h 26m
$16–24
Drive 61.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stanford University to Novatocar 61.4 mi
1h 19m
$12–17
Caltrain, tram, line 101 bus, train
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Take the tram from 4th St & King St to Chinatown - Rose Pak Stationtram T
3. Take the bus from Van Ness Ave & Clay St to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Bbus 101
4. Take the train from SMART San Rafael to SMART Novato Downtowntrain
3h 42m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Millbrae Transit Center- Bay G1bus Ecr / ...
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Smith Ranch Roadbus From SFO
4h 10m
$45–50
Bus via San Francisco
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
4h 21m
$13–19

Stanford University to Novato by foot, bus, train, and tram

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3h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 64.5 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Stanford University, CA, USA and Novato, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Stanford University to Downtown Novato-Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via Stanford Oval, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 5, Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9, Millbrae Transit Center- Bay G1, Millbrae, San Francisco International Airport, San Francisco Airport, Smith Ranch Road, and Hwy 101 @ Smith Ranch Rd Bus Pad in around 4h 10m.

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