What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Novato?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Novato is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 6h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Novato?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Novato is to fly and bus which takes 5h 18m and costs $80 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Novato?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Novato. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara Bus Stop and arriving at Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via Townsend St & Lusk St and Mission St & 2nd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 29m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Novato?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Novato is 358 miles. The road distance is 348.3 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Barbara to Novato without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Novato without a car is to bus via San Francisco which takes 8h 29m and costs $50 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Novato?

It takes approximately 8h 29m to get from Santa Barbara to Novato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Novato bus from?

Santa Barbara to Novato bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Novato bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Novato bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Francisco station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Novato?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Novato is 348 miles. It takes approximately 6h 18m to drive from Santa Barbara to Novato.

Where can I stay near Novato?

There are 123+ hotels available in Novato.

Santa Barbara to Novato - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Novato by bus (Flixbus), train, bus, car, plane, or bus (Amtrak)

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

Bus via San Francisco
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to San Franciscobus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Avebus 101
8h 29m
$52–131
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to Oaklandtrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Avebus 101
11h 3m
$76–134
Drive 346.3 mi
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Novatocar 346.3 mi
6h 18m
$64–92
Fly to San Francisco International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SBA - SFO
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Avebus
5h 21m
$52–265
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to San Franciscobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Avebus 101
9h 26m
Fly to Oakland International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane SBA - OAK
2. Take the bus from Oakland International Airport to San Rafaelbus
5h 18m
$84–495

Santa Barbara to Novato by bus and foot

4Weekly Services

8h 29mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Santa Barbara to Novato.

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Distance: 355.6 mi
Duration: 8h 29m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara, CA, USA and Novato, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via San Francisco, Townsend St & Lusk St, Kearny St & Geary St, and Mission St & 2nd St in around 8h 29m.

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