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

The cheapest way to get from Arcata to Oakland is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arcata to Oakland is to fly which takes 3h 32m and costs $310 - $1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Arcata and Oakland?

No, there is no direct bus from Arcata to Oakland station. However, there are services departing from Arcata and arriving at El Cerrito del Norte BART Station via Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop and San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.

How far is it from Arcata to Oakland?

The distance between Arcata and Oakland is 286 miles. The road distance is 284.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Arcata to Oakland without a car is to bus which takes 8h 59m and costs $90 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Arcata to Oakland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arcata to Oakland bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Arcata to Oakland?

The best way to get from Arcata to Oakland is to fly which takes 3h 32m and costs $310 - $1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $140 and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Arcata to Oakland bus arrive?

Arcata to Oakland bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from Arcata to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Arcata to Oakland is 284 miles. It takes approximately 5h 12m to drive from Arcata to Oakland.

How do I get a bus ticket from Arcata to Oakland?

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There are 5 ways to get from Arcata to Oakland by plane, bus (Amtrak), car, bus, or train

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Fly Arcata-Eureka Airport to San Francisco International Airport
best
1. Fly from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane ACV - SFO
3h 32m
$313–1,316
Drive 282.8 mi
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1. Drive from Arcata to Oaklandcar 282.8 mi
5h 12m
$52–75
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop to Petalumabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 59m
$92–133
Bus to Crescent City, fly to Oakland International Airport
1. Take the bus from Arcata Transit Center to Grocery Outletbus
2. Fly from Crescent City (CEC) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane CEC - OAK
6h 44m
$215–295
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Martinezbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Martinez to Oaklandtrain Capitol Corridor / ...
9h 9m
$108–157

Arcata to Oakland by bus, train, and subway (Amtrak)

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Distance: 284.4 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

United Airlines flies from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arcata to 12th Street / Oakland City Center via Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop, Petaluma, SMART Petaluma Downtown, SMART San Rafael, San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B, El Cerrito del Norte BART Station, and El Cerrito Del Norte in around 8h 59m.

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