What is the cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to Novato?

The cheapest way to get from Silicon Valley to Novato is to drive which costs $11 - $16 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Novato?

The fastest way to get from Silicon Valley to Novato is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs $11 - $16.

Is there a direct bus between Silicon Valley and Novato?

No, there is no direct bus from Silicon Valley to Novato. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 and arriving at Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via Millbrae BART-Bay 12 West Busway, San Francisco Airport and Hwy 101 @ Smith Ranch Rd Bus Pad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Silicon Valley to Novato?

The distance between Silicon Valley and Novato is 63 miles. The road distance is 61 miles.

How do I travel from Silicon Valley to Novato without a car?

The best way to get from Silicon Valley to Novato without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 2h 59m and costs $16 - $22.

How long does it take to get from Silicon Valley to Novato?

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Silicon Valley to Novato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Silicon Valley to Novato bus from?

Silicon Valley to Novato bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 station.

Where does the Silicon Valley to Novato bus arrive?

Silicon Valley to Novato bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at El Camino Real & Linden Ave station.

Can I drive from Silicon Valley to Novato?

Yes, the driving distance between Silicon Valley to Novato is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Silicon Valley to Novato.

Where can I stay near Novato?

There are 132+ hotels available in Novato.

Silicon Valley to Novato - 5 ways to travel via Caltrain, bus, ferry, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Silicon Valley to Novato by train, bus, 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.

Caltrain, bus
best
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain NorthboundLocal Weekday / ...
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
2h 59m
$16–22
Drive 60.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Silicon Valley to Novato60.6 mi
1h 14m
$12–16
Caltrain, ferry
1. Take the train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain NorthboundLocal Weekday / ...
2. Take the ferry from San Francisco Ferry Terminal-Gate C to Larkspur Ferry TerminalLssf
4h 1m
$15–25
Bus via San Francisco
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to San Bruno BART-Bay 5Ecr
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
3h 47m
$13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to El Camino Real & Linden AveEcr / ...
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Smith Ranch RoadFrom SFO
3h 59m
$25–48

Silicon Valley to Novato by train, tram, and bus

156Weekly Services

2h 59mAverage Duration

$16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 62.3 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

What companies run services between Silicon Valley, CA, USA and Novato, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via San Bruno BART-Bay 5, San Bruno, Montgomery Street, and Mission St & 2nd St in around 3h 47m.

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