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

The cheapest way to get from Merced to Novato is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Merced to Novato is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Merced and Novato?

No, there is no direct bus from Merced to Novato. However, there are services departing from Merced and arriving at Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via Sacramento Bus Station and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

How far is it from Merced to Novato?

The distance between Merced and Novato is 157 miles. The road distance is 148.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Merced to Novato without a car is to bus and BART which takes 6h 7m and costs $28 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Merced to Novato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merced to Novato bus from?

Merced to Novato bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Merced station.

Where does the Merced to Novato bus arrive?

Merced to Novato bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

Can I drive from Merced to Novato?

Yes, the driving distance between Merced to Novato is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Merced to Novato.

Where can I stay near Novato?

There are 130+ hotels available in Novato.

Merced to Novato - 5 ways to travel via bus, BART, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Merced to Novato by bus, subway, car, or bus (Flixbus, 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, BART
best
1. Take the bus from Merced Bus Stop to Modesto Bus Stop
2. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Station90
3. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to Montgomery Street
4. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
6h 7m
$28–38
Bus, BART via Turlock
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Transpo to Roger K. Fall Transit CenterT
2. Take the bus from Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi to BART Dublin Station90
3. Take the subway from Dublin / Pleasanton to Montgomery Street
4. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
7h 38m
$18–121
Drive 147.6 mi
1. Drive from Merced to Novato147.6 mi
2h 39m
$27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merced to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Francisco Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
7h 43m
$48–79
Bus, BART #2
1. Take the bus from Merced Transpo to Pacheco @ TargetLb
2. Take the bus from Los Baños to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant
3. Take the subway from Milpitas to Montgomery Street
4. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
7h 59m
$26–50

Merced to Novato by bus and subway

7Weekly Services

6h 7mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.5 mi
Duration: 6h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Merced to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via Sacramento Bus Station, San Francisco Bus Station, and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A in around 7h 43m.

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