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

The cheapest way to get from Truckee to Novato is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Truckee to Novato is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Truckee and Novato?

No, there is no direct bus from Truckee to Novato. However, there are services departing from Donner Pass Rd and Truckee Way and arriving at Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar, De Haro St & 16th St and Larkin St & Grove St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Truckee to Novato?

The distance between Truckee and Novato is 207 miles. The road distance is 176.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Truckee to Novato without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 33m and costs $60 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Truckee to Novato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Truckee to Novato bus from?

Truckee to Novato bus services, operated by Tahoe Ski Trips, depart from Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar station.

Where does the Truckee to Novato bus arrive?

Truckee to Novato bus services, operated by Tahoe Ski Trips, arrive at San Francisco - 16th St station.

Can I drive from Truckee to Novato?

Yes, the driving distance between Truckee to Novato is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Truckee to Novato.

Where can I stay near Novato?

There are 127+ hotels available in Novato.

Truckee to Novato - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Truckee to Roseville Bus StopGreyhound US0870
2. Take the train from Roseville Amtrak to RichmondCapitol Corridor / ...
6h 33m
$62–116
Drive 175.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Truckee to Novato175.5 mi
3h 5m
$32–47
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Truckee Amtrak Station to RichmondCalifornia Zephyr
2. Take the bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
8h 54m
$47–149
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar to San Francisco - 16th StNorthstar
2. Take the bus from Larkin St & Grove St to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave101
6h 57m
$104–107
Bus, train via Fairfield
1. Take the bus from Truckee Amtrak Station to Sacramento
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Suisun-Fairfield
3. Take the bus from Spring St & Suisun-Fairfield Amtrak to El Cerrito del Norte StationR / ...
8h 32m

Truckee to Novato by bus, train, and subway

7Weekly Services

6h 33mAverage Duration

$62Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 206.1 mi
Duration: 6h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Donner Pass Rd and Truckee Way to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave via Tahoe Mountain Resort - Northstar, San Francisco - 16th St, De Haro St & 16th St, and Larkin St & Grove St in around 6h 57m.

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