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How to Travel from

Novato to Santa Cruz

by Rideshare, Route or Car

Novato
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Santa Cruz
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Transport providers

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.86–$14.05
Train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to San
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.94–$11.50
Train from San Mateo Caltrain Southbound to San
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.30–$10.22

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Bus from Diridon Station to Front
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Bus from San Francisco to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day

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/
Bus from Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave to Mission
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.21–$12.13

Bus operators

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from Diridon Station to Front
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.30
Bus from Diridon Station to Water
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.30

SamTrans

Website:
samtrans.com
Bus from Mission St & 1st St to S
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.21–$5.24

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Novato to Santa Cruz?

The cheapest way to get from Novato to Santa Cruz is to drive which costs $17.39 - $27.17 and takes 1h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Novato to Santa Cruz?

The fastest way to get from Novato to Santa Cruz is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs $17.39 - $27.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Novato and Santa Cruz?

No, there is no direct bus from Novato to Santa Cruz. However, there are services departing from Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave and arriving at Front via San Francisco and Diridon Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Novato to Santa Cruz?

The distance between Novato and Santa Cruz is 177 km. The road distance is 164.6 km.

How do I travel from Novato to Santa Cruz without a car?

The best way to get from Novato to Santa Cruz without a car is to bus and Caltrain which takes 4h 10m and costs $14.13 - $29.35 .

How long does it take to get from Novato to Santa Cruz?

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Novato to Santa Cruz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Novato to Santa Cruz bus from?

Novato to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, depart from Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave station.

Where does the Novato to Santa Cruz bus arrive?

Novato to Santa Cruz bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at Mission St & Fremont St station.

Can I drive from Novato to Santa Cruz?

Yes, the driving distance between Novato to Santa Cruz is 165 km. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Novato to Santa Cruz.

Where can I stay near Santa Cruz?

There are 117+ hotels available in Santa Cruz. Prices start at $70.99 per night.
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