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 Transit Center and arriving at Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via San Jose and Mission St & 2nd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Gilroy to Novato?

The distance between Gilroy and Novato is 108 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 Caltrain and bus which takes 4h 29m and costs $22 - $29.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m 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 Santa Clara VTA, depart from Gilroy Transit Center station.

Where does the Gilroy to Novato bus arrive?

Gilroy to Novato bus services, operated by Santa Clara VTA, arrive at San Jose Diridon 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 133+ hotels available in Novato.

Gilroy to Novato - 5 ways to travel via Caltrain, bus, line 70 bus, and BART

There are 5 ways to get from Gilroy to Novato by train, bus, subway, car, bus (Amtrak), 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.

Caltrain, bus
best
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 bus from Mission St & 4th St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
4h 29m
$22–29
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
Drive 102.7 mi
1. Drive from Gilroy to Novato102.7 mi
1h 51m
$19–28
Bus via San Francisco
1. Take the bus from Gilroy Transit Center to San Jose Diridon68
2. Take the bus from San Jose to San Francisco
3. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
5h 43m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gilroy Transit Center 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 10m
$22–39

Gilroy to Novato by train, tram, foot, and bus

20Weekly Services

4h 29mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Gilroy to Novato.

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Distance: 107.8 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Gilroy Transit Center to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via San Jose Diridon, San Jose, San Francisco, and Mission St & 2nd St in around 5h 43m.

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