What is the cheapest way to get from Arcata to Indio?

The cheapest way to get from Arcata to Indio is to drive which costs $140 - $210 and takes 13h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arcata to Indio?

The fastest way to get from Arcata to Indio is to fly which takes 5h 54m and costs $140 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Arcata and Indio?

No, there is no direct bus from Arcata to Indio station. However, there are services departing from Arcata and arriving at Indio Bus Station via Copeland St Transit Mall, San Francisco Bus Station and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 45m.

How far is it from Arcata to Indio?

The distance between Arcata and Indio is 680 miles. The road distance is 778.1 miles.

How do I travel from Arcata to Indio without a car?

The best way to get from Arcata to Indio without a car is to bus which takes 21h 45m and costs $170 - $300.

How long does it take to get from Arcata to Indio?

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Arcata to Indio, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arcata to Indio bus from?

Arcata to Indio bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Arcata station.

Bus or fly from Arcata to Indio?

The best way to get from Arcata to Indio is to fly which takes 5h 54m and costs $140 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $170 - $300 and takes 21h 45m.

Where does the Arcata to Indio bus arrive?

Arcata to Indio bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Petaluma station.

Can I drive from Arcata to Indio?

Yes, the driving distance between Arcata to Indio is 778 miles. It takes approximately 13h 24m to drive from Arcata to Indio.

Where can I stay near Indio?

There are 1363+ hotels available in Indio.

Arcata to Indio - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Arcata to Indio by plane, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, train, or car

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Fly
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1. Fly from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane ACV - PSP
5h 54m
$147–502
Drive 773.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Arcata to Indiocar 773.6 mi
13h 24m
$142–204
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Petalumabus
2. Take the bus from Copeland St Transit Mall to 1st St & Mission Stbus 172
3. Take the bus from San Francisco Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indio Bus Stationbus
21h 45m
$173–293
Bus, train via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Martinezbus
2. Take the train from Martinez to Los Angelestrain
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indio Bus Stationbus
24h 52m
$279–510
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Martinezbus
2. Take the train from Martinez to Santa Clara Amtraktrain
3. Take the bus from San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephant to Indiobus
23h 20m
$192–283
Bus, train via Ukiah
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop to Martinezbus
3. Take the train from Martinez to Los Angelestrain
4. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Fontanatrain
5. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio Bus Stationbus
26h 45m
$313–545

Arcata to Indio by bus

7Weekly Buses

21h 45mAverage Duration

$173Cheapest Price

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Distance: 676.4 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Arcata, CA, USA and Indio, CA, USA?

United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, Inc. fly from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arcata to Indio Bus Station via Petaluma, Copeland St Transit Mall, 1st St & Mission St, San Francisco Bus Station, and Los Angeles Union Station in around 21h 45m.

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