How to get from Novato to Union Square by bus?

Novato to Union Square - Bus Schedule

The 49 bus from Novato to Union Square runs from 6:04 AM to 8:09 PM, with departures every 20 min-1 hr. The trip takes about 1 hr 58 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Novato to Union Square by bus

To get from Novato to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 49 bus from San Marin Dr & San Andreas Dr station to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 101 bus and finally take the 45 bus from Union St & Van Ness Ave station to Stockton St & Sutter St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 58 min. The ride fare is $8.25. The bus schedule from Novato may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Union Square on the Moovit app.

118min$8.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4949
Bus - 101101
Bus - 4545
Walk to Union Square
Leaves from San Marin Dr & San Andreas Dr

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    San Marin Dr & San Andreas Dr
    ID 40669
    0.64 mi • 13 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4949
    Wait for bus
    49
    San Rafael
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave
    ID 40696
    16 min
  • 4
    Bus - 101101
    Wait for bus
    101
    San Francisco Salesforce TC
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Van Ness Ave & Union St
    ID 40031
    62 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union St & Van Ness Ave
    ID 16787
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 7
    Bus - 4545
    Wait for bus
    45
    Caltrain Depot
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Stockton St & Sutter St
    ID 16524
    16 min
  • 9
    Walk to Union Square
    Walk to
    Union Square
    140 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Novato to Union Square

The distance between Novato, Downton/Civic Center and Union Square, Downton/Civic Center is approximately 32.24 mi, which can typically be travelled in 118 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Novato to Union Square by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Downton/Civic Center – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Novato to Union Square

To check the bus schedule from Novato to Union Square using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Novato) and destination (Union Square), 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 Novato to Union Square?

    The fastest way takes 118 minutes, using Bus line 49, Bus line 101, Bus line 45.

  • Is there a direct bus between Novato and Union Square?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 58 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Novato to Union Square?

    The 49 bus line goes from San Marin Dr & San Andreas Dr station near Novato in San Francisco - San Jose, CA to Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave station near Union Square in Downton/Civic Center.

  • How long does it take to travel from Novato to Union Square by bus?

    The total travel time between Novato in San Francisco - San Jose, CA and Union Square in Downton/Civic Center by bus is about 1 hr 58 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Novato to get to Union Square?

    Get on the 49 bus from the San Marin Dr & San Andreas Dr stop near Novato in San Francisco - San Jose, CA.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Novato and Union Square?

    Get off the bus at the Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave stop, which is closest to Union Square in Downton/Civic Center.

  • How much is the bus fare from Novato to Union Square?

    The ride from Novato to Union Square costs $8.25.

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