What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose to Novato?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to Novato is to drive which costs $13 - $19 and takes 1h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose to Novato?

The fastest way to get from San Jose to Novato is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs $13 - $19.

Is there a direct bus between San Jose and Novato?

No, there is no direct bus from San Jose station to Novato. However, there are services departing from San Jose Diridon Station and arriving at Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from San Jose to Novato?

The distance between San Jose and Novato is 76 miles. The road distance is 72.4 miles.

How do I travel from San Jose to Novato without a car?

The best way to get from San Jose to Novato without a car is to BART and bus which takes 2h 51m and costs $14 - $22.

How long does it take to get from San Jose to Novato?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from San Jose to Novato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Jose to Novato bus from?

San Jose to Novato bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Jose Diridon Station.

Where does the San Jose to Novato bus arrive?

San Jose to Novato bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Francisco Bus Station.

Can I drive from San Jose to Novato?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to Novato is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from San Jose to Novato.

Where can I stay near Novato?

There are 143+ hotels available in Novato.

San Jose to Novato - 4 ways to travel via BART, bus, car, and Caltrain

There are 4 ways to get from San Jose to Novato by subway, bus, car, train, 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.

BART, bus
best
1. Take the subway from Berryessa / North San Jose to Montgomery Streetsubway Green-S
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Avebus 101
2h 51m
$15–21
Drive 72 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Jose to Novatocar 72 mi
1h 20m
$14–19
Caltrain, bus
1. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Avebus 101
3h 20m
$19–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Jose Diridon Station to San Francisco Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0831
2. Take the bus from Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A to Redwood Blvd & Grant Avebus 101 / ...
3h 22m
$16–27

San Jose to Novato by subway and bus

156Weekly Services

2h 51mAverage Duration

$15Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from San Jose to Novato.

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Distance: 75.9 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between San Jose, CA, USA and Novato, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from San Jose Diridon Station to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via San Francisco Bus Station and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A in around 3h 22m.

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