How to get from Santa Rosa to Novato by bus and train?

Santa Rosa to Novato - Train Schedule

The SMART train from Santa Rosa to Novato runs from 4:11 AM to 8:33 PM, with departures every 30 min-1 hr 5 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 13 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Santa Rosa to Novato by bus and train

To get from Santa Rosa to Novato in San Francisco - San Jose, CA, take the SMART train from Santa Rosa Downtown station to Novato San Marin station. Next, 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 13 min. The ride fare is $4.00. The bus and train schedule from Santa Rosa may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Novato on the Moovit app.

73min$4.00
Walk to train station
Train - SMART
Bus - 4949
Walk to Novato
Leaves from Santa Rosa Downtown

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Santa Rosa Downtown
    ID 7111
    810 yd • 10 min
  • 2
    Train - SMART
    Wait for train
    SMART
    Larkspur
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Novato San Marin
    ID 7106
    39 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Novato San Marin SMART Station
    ID 42147
    70 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    San Rafael
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    San Marin Dr & Sereno Way
    ID 40659
    4 min
  • 7
    Walk to Novato
    Walk to
    Novato
    0.65 mi • 14 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Santa Rosa to Novato

The distance between Santa Rosa, San Francisco - San Jose, CA and Novato, San Francisco - San Jose, CA is approximately 27.64 mi, which can typically be travelled in 73 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Santa Rosa to Novato by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in San Francisco - San Jose, CA – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Santa Rosa to Novato

To check the bus and train schedule from Santa Rosa to Novato using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Santa Rosa) and destination (Novato), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, 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 and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Santa Rosa to Novato?

    The fastest way takes 73 minutes, using Train line SMART, Bus line 49.

  • Is there a direct train between Santa Rosa and Novato?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 13 min.

  • Which train line goes from Santa Rosa to Novato?

    The SMART train line goes from Santa Rosa Downtown station near Santa Rosa in Santa Rosa to Novato San Marin station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Novato San Marin station near Novato in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.

  • How long does it take to travel from Santa Rosa to Novato by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Santa Rosa in Santa Rosa and Novato in San Francisco - San Jose, CA by train and bus is about 1 hr 13 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Santa Rosa to get to Novato?

    Get on the SMART train from the Santa Rosa Downtown station near Santa Rosa in Santa Rosa.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Santa Rosa and Novato?

    Get off the train at the Novato San Marin stop, which is closest to Novato in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.

  • When is the first train from Santa Rosa to Novato?

    The first train from Santa Rosa in Santa Rosa to Novato in San Francisco - San Jose, CA is San Rafael - Sonoma County Airport. It leaves the Santa Rosa Downtown station at 9:11 PM.

  • How much is the train fare from Santa Rosa to Novato?

    The ride from Santa Rosa to Novato costs $4.00.

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