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

The cheapest way to get from Benicia to Novato is to drive which costs $5 - $8 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Benicia to Novato is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $5 - $8.

How far is it from Benicia to Novato?

The distance between Benicia and Novato is 49 miles. The road distance is 28.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Benicia to Novato without a car is to bus and line 580 bus which takes 2h 56m and costs $17 - $26.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Benicia to Novato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Benicia to Novato bus from?

Benicia to Novato bus services, operated by Sol Trans, depart from Vallejo Transit Center station.

Where does the Benicia to Novato bus arrive?

Benicia to Novato bus services, operated by Sol Trans, arrive at El Cerrito del Norte Station.

Can I drive from Benicia to Novato?

Yes, the driving distance between Benicia to Novato is 28 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Benicia to Novato.

Where can I stay near Novato?

There are 133+ hotels available in Novato.

Benicia to Novato - 5 ways to travel via bus, line 580 bus, car, taxi, and BART

Q: Is there a direct bus between Benicia and Novato?

No, there is no direct bus from Benicia to Novato. However, there are services departing from Military W & 1st St and arriving at DeLong Ave & Reichert Ave via Vallejo Transit Center, El Cerrito del Norte BART Station and San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

There are 5 ways to get from Benicia to Novato by bus, car, taxi, subway, or bus (Amtrak)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, line 580 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Vallejo Transit Center to El Cerrito del Norte Stationbus R
2. Take the bus from El Cerrito del Norte BART Station to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Bbus 580
3. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B to DeLong Ave & Reichert Avebus 71
2h 56m
$17–26
Drive 28.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Benicia to Novatocar 28.2 mi
38 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Benicia to Novatotaxi 28.2 mi
38 min
$85–110
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Military W & 1st St to Walnut Creek BARTbus Y
2. Take the subway from Walnut Creek to Montgomery Streetsubway
3. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Avebus 101
3h 2m
$16–23
Bus, line 101 bus
1. Take the bus from Vallejo to Petalumabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Copeland St Transit Mall to Redwood Blvd & Grant Avebus 101
3h 4m

Benicia to Novato by bus

79Weekly Buses

2h 56mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 48.7 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Military W & 1st St to DeLong Ave & Reichert Ave via Vallejo Transit Center, El Cerrito del Norte BART Station, and San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B in around 2h 56m.

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