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

The cheapest way to get from Sunnyvale to Novato is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunnyvale to Novato is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between Sunnyvale and Novato?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunnyvale to Novato. However, there are services departing from El Camino & Mathilda and arriving at Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9, Millbrae BART-Bay 12 West Busway, San Francisco Airport and Hwy 101 @ Smith Ranch Rd Bus Pad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Sunnyvale to Novato?

The distance between Sunnyvale and Novato is 71 miles. The road distance is 68.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunnyvale to Novato without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 3h 12m and costs $17 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Sunnyvale to Novato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunnyvale to Novato bus from?

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

Where does the Sunnyvale to Novato bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sunnyvale to Novato?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunnyvale to Novato is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Sunnyvale to Novato.

Where can I stay near Novato?

There are 133+ hotels available in Novato.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Sunnyvale to Novato by train, bus, car, or subway

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 Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain NorthboundLocal Weekday / ...
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
3h 12m
$17–23
Drive 68.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sunnyvale to Novato68.4 mi
1h 21m
$13–18
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
4h 49m
$28–54
Caltrain, BART, bus
1. Take the train from Sunnyvale Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northbound
2. Take the subway from Millbrae to Montgomery Street
3. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
3h 19m
$23–31

Sunnyvale to Novato by train, tram, and bus

156Weekly Services

3h 12mAverage Duration

$17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a bus from El Camino & Mathilda to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9, El Camino Real & Linden Ave, Millbrae BART-Bay 12 West Busway, SFO Airport Terminal G-Lower Level, San Francisco Airport, Smith Ranch Road, and Hwy 101 @ Smith Ranch Rd Bus Pad in around 4h 49m.

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