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Palo Alto to Novato

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1 h 13 min
97 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Palo Alto to Novato

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Cheapest
By car (97 km)
1 h 13 min
97 km.
from $5
Other
Rideshare
1 h 13 min
97 km.
from $5.27
Train, Bus
3 h
82 km.
from $24.67
Bus
4 h 1 min
82 km.
from $57.04

Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.30–$10.86

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Millbrae to El
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.13–$15.33

Golden Gate Transit

Phone:
+1 415-921-5858
Email:
Website:
goldengate.org/
Train from El Cerrito del Norte BART Station to San
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.94
Bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Redwood
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.34–$12.13

Bus operators

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 to El
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.61–$5.20

Airlines

Marin Airporter

Phone:
+1 415-461-4222
Website:
marinairporter.com/
Bus from San Francisco Airport to Smith
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$33.49

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Novato?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Novato is to drive which costs $10.87 - $16.30 and takes 1h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Novato?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Novato is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs $10.87 - $16.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Novato?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto 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 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Palo Alto and Novato?

No, there is no direct train from Palo Alto to Novato. However, there are services departing from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound and arriving at SMART Novato Downtown via Millbrae, El Cerrito del Norte BART Station and SMART San Rafael. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Novato?

The distance between Palo Alto and Novato is 101 km. The road distance is 97.6 km.

How do I travel from Palo Alto to Novato without a car?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Novato without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 3h and costs $13.04 - $22.83 .

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Novato?

It takes approximately 3h to get from Palo Alto to Novato, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Novato bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Novato train from?

Palo Alto to Novato train services, operated by BART, depart from Millbrae station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Novato bus arrive?

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

Where does the Palo Alto to Novato train arrive?

Palo Alto to Novato train services, operated by BART, arrive at El Cerrito Del Norte station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Novato?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Novato is 98 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Palo Alto to Novato.

Where can I stay near Novato?

There are 122+ hotels available in Novato. Prices start at $74.71 per night.
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