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

The cheapest way to get from Gilroy to Novato is to drive which costs $18 - $28 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gilroy to Novato is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs $18 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Gilroy and Novato?

No, there is no direct bus from Gilroy to Novato. However, there are services departing from Gilroy Bus Stop and arriving at Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via Townsend St & Lusk St and Mission St & 2nd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Gilroy to Novato?

The distance between Gilroy and Novato is 113 miles. The road distance is 103.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gilroy to Novato without a car is to bus which takes 3h 49m and costs $20 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Gilroy to Novato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gilroy to Novato bus from?

Gilroy to Novato bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Gilroy Bus Stop station.

Where does the Gilroy to Novato bus arrive?

Gilroy to Novato bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Francisco station.

Can I drive from Gilroy to Novato?

Yes, the driving distance between Gilroy to Novato is 103 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Gilroy to Novato.

Where can I stay near Novato?

There are 132+ hotels available in Novato.

Gilroy to Novato - 5 ways to travel via bus, Caltrain, ferry, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Gilroy to Novato by bus (Flixbus), train, ferry, car, bus, subway, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Gilroy Bus Stop to San FranciscoFlixBus 2000
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
3h 49m
$21–95
Bus, line 70 bus, BART
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gilroy Transit Center to Monterey & Senter68
2. Take the bus from Senter & Monterey to Berryessa BART70
3. Take the subway from Berryessa / North San Jose to Montgomery Street
4. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
5h 27m
$18–32
Caltrain, ferry
1. Take the train from Gilroy Caltrain Northbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound
2. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound
3. Take the ferry from San Francisco Ferry Terminal-Gate C to Larkspur Ferry Terminal
5h 32m
$21–33
Drive 102.7 mi
1. Drive from Gilroy to Novato102.7 mi
1h 51m
$19–28
Bus via San Jose
1. Take the bus from Monterey & 5th to San Jose Diridon68
2. Take the bus from San Jose Diridon Station to San Francisco Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
6h 9m
$22–33

Gilroy to Novato by bus and foot

4Weekly Services

3h 49mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 111.9 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Gilroy Bus Stop to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via San Francisco, Townsend St & Lusk St, Kearny St & Geary St, and Mission St & 2nd St in around 3h 49m.

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