How to get from Richmond Station to Novato by bus?

Richmond Station to Novato - Bus Schedule

The 580 bus from Richmond Station to Novato runs from 5:53 AM to 10:28 PM, with departures every 30 min-1 hr 10 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 55 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Richmond Station to Novato by bus

To get from Richmond Station to Novato in San Francisco - San Jose, CA, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 580 bus from Cutting Blvd & Marina Way station to San Rafael Transit Center station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 71 bus and finally take the 49 bus from Novato San Marin SMART Station station to San Marin Dr & Sereno Way station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 55 min. The ride fare is $4.75. The bus schedule from Richmond Station may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Novato on the Moovit app.

115min$4.75
Walk to bus station
Bus - 580580
Bus - 7171
Bus - 4949
Walk to Novato
Leaves from Cutting Blvd & Marina Way

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Cutting Blvd & Marina Way
    ID 42190
    1.07 mi • 22 min
  • 2
    Bus - 580580
    Wait for bus
    580
    San Rafael
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    San Rafael Transit Center
    ID srtc
    34 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    San Rafael Transit Center
    ID srtc
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 7171
    Wait for bus
    71
    San Marin SMART Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Novato San Marin SMART Station
    ID 42147
    25 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    San Rafael
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    San Marin Dr & Sereno Way
    ID 40659
    4 min
  • 9
    Walk to Novato
    Walk to
    Novato
    0.65 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Richmond Station to Novato

The distance between Richmond Station, San Francisco - San Jose, CA and Novato, San Francisco - San Jose, CA is approximately 26.49 mi, which can typically be travelled in 115 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Richmond Station to Novato by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Francisco - San Jose, CA – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Richmond Station to Novato

To check the bus schedule from Richmond Station to Novato using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Richmond Station) and destination (Novato), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Richmond Station to Novato?

    The fastest way takes 115 minutes, using Bus line 580, Bus line 71, Bus line 49.

  • Is there a direct bus between Richmond Station and Novato?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 55 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Richmond Station to Novato?

    The 580 bus line goes from Cutting Blvd & Marina Way station near Richmond Station in Richmond to San Rafael Transit Center station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till San Rafael Transit Center station near Novato in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Richmond Station to Novato by bus?

    The total travel time between Richmond Station in Richmond and Novato in San Francisco - San Jose, CA by bus is about 1 hr 55 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Richmond Station to get to Novato?

    Get on the 580 bus from the Cutting Blvd & Marina Way stop near Richmond Station in Richmond.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Richmond Station and Novato?

    Get off the bus at the San Rafael Transit Center stop, which is closest to Novato in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.

  • How much is the bus fare from Richmond Station to Novato?

    The ride from Richmond Station to Novato costs $4.75.

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