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

The cheapest way to get from Carmichael to Novato is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmichael to Novato is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between Carmichael and Novato?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmichael to Novato. However, there are services departing from Fair Oaks Blvd & Marconi Ave and arriving at Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via 8Th St & I St, Sacramento Bus Station and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Carmichael to Novato?

The distance between Carmichael and Novato is 117 miles. The road distance is 86.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmichael to Novato without a car is to tram and train and line 580 bus which takes 4h 58m and costs $35 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Carmichael to Novato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmichael to Novato bus from?

Carmichael to Novato bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Carmichael to Novato bus arrive?

Carmichael to Novato bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Francisco Bus Station.

Can I drive from Carmichael to Novato?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmichael to Novato is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Carmichael to Novato.

Where can I stay near Novato?

There are 132+ hotels available in Novato.

Carmichael to Novato - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, line 580 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Carmichael to Novato by tram, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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

Tram, train, line 580 bus
best
1. Take the tram from Mather Field/Mills Station to Sacramento Valley Station
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Richmond
3. Take the bus from El Cerrito del Norte BART Station to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B580
4h 58m
$36–48
Drive 86 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carmichael to Novato86 mi
1h 37m
$16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Francisco Bus StationGreyhound US0870
2. Take the bus from Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
6h 34m
$34–56
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sacramento to RichmondCapitol Corridor
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
5h 40m
$38–46
Tram, train, bus, line 580 bus, line 49 bus
1. Take the tram from Mather Field/Mills Station to Sacramento Valley Station
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Suisun-Fairfield
3. Take the bus from Spring St & Suisun-Fairfield Amtrak to El Cerrito del Norte StationR / ...
4. Take the bus from El Cerrito del Norte BART Station to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B580
5. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B to Diablo Av & George St49 / ...
6h 35m
$28–32

Carmichael to Novato by tram, train, subway, and bus

92Weekly Services

4h 58mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 116.5 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Fair Oaks Blvd & Marconi Ave to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via 7Th St & H St, 8Th St & I St, Richards Blvd & Sequoia Pacific Blvd, Sacramento Bus Station, San Francisco Bus Station, and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A in around 6h 34m.

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