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

The cheapest way to get from Novato to Modesto is to ferry and BART and bus which costs $13 - $24 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Novato to Modesto is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs $19 - $29.

How far is it from Novato to Modesto?

The distance between Novato and Modesto is 118 miles. The road distance is 109.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Novato to Modesto without a car is to bus and BART which takes 4h 21m and costs $14 - $20.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Novato to Modesto, including transfers.

Can I drive from Novato to Modesto?

Yes, the driving distance between Novato to Modesto is 110 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Novato to Modesto.

Where can I stay near Modesto?

There are 64+ hotels available in Modesto.

Novato to Modesto - 3 ways to travel via bus, BART, ferry, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Novato to Modesto by bus, subway, ferry, 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.

Bus, BART
best
1. Take the bus from Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave to Mission St & 2nd St101
2. Take the subway from Montgomery Street to Dublin / Pleasanton
3. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi90
4h 21m
$14–20
Ferry, BART, bus
1. Take the ferry from Larkspur Ferry Terminal to San Francisco Ferry Terminal-Gate C
2. Take the subway from Embarcadero to Dublin / Pleasanton
3. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi90
5h 19m
$14–24
Drive 109.1 mi
1. Drive from Novato to Modesto109.1 mi
1h 58m
$20–29

Novato to Modesto by bus and subway

35Weekly Services

4h 21mAverage Duration

$14Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 117.5 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

There is no direct connection from Novato to Modesto. However, you can take the bus to Mission St & 2nd St, walk to Montgomery Street, take the subway to Dublin / Pleasanton, walk to BART Dublin Station, then take the bus to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi. Alternatively, you can take a train from SMART Novato Downtown to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi via SMART Larkspur, Larkspur Ferry Terminal, San Francisco Ferry Terminal-Gate C, Embarcadero, Dublin / Pleasanton, and BART Dublin Station in around 5h 19m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.