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How to Travel from

Novato to Palo Alto

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

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

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from El Cerrito Del Norte to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.13–$15.33

Golden Gate Transit

Phone:
+1 415-921-5858
Website:
goldengate.org/
Train from San Rafael Transit Center Platform B NB to El
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.94
Bus from Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave to Mission
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.21–$12.13

Bus operators

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from San Bruno BART-Bay 8 Outer Busway to Palo
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.24

Airlines

Marin Airporter

Phone:
+1 415-461-4222
Website:
marinairporter.com/
Bus from Mill Valley P&R - pickup to San
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$33.49

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Novato and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Novato to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from SMART Novato Downtown and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Southbound via San Rafael Transit Center Platform B NB, El Cerrito Del Norte and Millbrae Caltrain Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Novato to Palo Alto?

The distance between Novato and Palo Alto is 101 km. The road distance is 97.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Novato to Palo Alto without a car is to bus and Caltrain which takes 2h 32m and costs $10.33 - $19.57 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Novato to Palo Alto, including transfers.

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

Novato to Palo Alto train services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, depart from San Rafael Transit Center Platform B NB station.

Where does the Novato to Palo Alto train arrive?

Novato to Palo Alto train services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at El Cerrito del Norte BART Station.

Can I drive from Novato to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Novato to Palo Alto is 97 km. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Novato to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 588+ hotels available in Palo Alto. Prices start at $57.96 per night.
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