What is the cheapest way to get from Pacific Grove to Novato?

The cheapest way to get from Pacific Grove to Novato is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pacific Grove to Novato?

The fastest way to get from Pacific Grove to Novato is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Pacific Grove and Novato?

No, there is no direct bus from Pacific Grove to Novato. However, there are services departing from Lighthouse / 12th and arriving at Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via Tyler / Franklin, Salinas and Mission St & 2nd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

How far is it from Pacific Grove to Novato?

The distance between Pacific Grove and Novato is 164 miles. The road distance is 145 miles.

How do I travel from Pacific Grove to Novato without a car?

The best way to get from Pacific Grove to Novato without a car is to train and taxi which takes 6h 22m and costs $150 - $230.

How long does it take to get from Pacific Grove to Novato?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Pacific Grove to Novato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pacific Grove to Novato bus from?

Pacific Grove to Novato bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Where does the Pacific Grove to Novato bus arrive?

Pacific Grove to Novato bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Francisco station.

Can I drive from Pacific Grove to Novato?

Yes, the driving distance between Pacific Grove to Novato is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Pacific Grove to Novato.

Where can I stay near Novato?

There are 114+ hotels available in Novato.

Pacific Grove to Novato - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Pacific Grove to Novato by train, taxi, bus (Amtrak), car, shuttle, or bus

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

Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Salinas to EmeryvilleCoast Starlight
2. Take the taxi from Emeryville to Novato
6h 22m
$154–222
Drive 144.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pacific Grove to Novato144.2 mi
2h 36m
$27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salinas to San FranciscoAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
6h 36m
Shuttle, line 292 bus, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Monterey - Calle Principal / Parking Garage to SFO Airport Terminal 2-Lower Level
2. Take the bus from SFO Airport Terminal 2-Lower Level to Mission St & 1st St292 / ...
3. Take the bus from Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
7h 3m
$71–92

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Pacific Grove to Novato.

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Distance: 162.8 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Pacific Grove, CA, USA and Novato, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Lighthouse / 12th to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via Calle Principal / Parking Garage, Tyler / Franklin, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, Salinas, San Francisco, and Mission St & 2nd St in around 6h 36m.

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