What is the cheapest way to get from Arcata to Orange County?

The cheapest way to get from Arcata to Orange County is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 11h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arcata to Orange County?

The fastest way to get from Arcata to Orange County is to fly which takes 5h 36m and costs $400 - $1,600.

Is there a direct bus between Arcata and Orange County?

No, there is no direct bus from Arcata to Orange County. However, there are services departing from Arcata and arriving at Santa Ana Bus Stop via Copeland St Transit Mall and San Francisco Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 50m.

How far is it from Arcata to Orange County?

The distance between Arcata and Orange County is 631 miles. The road distance is 686.1 miles.

How do I travel from Arcata to Orange County without a car?

The best way to get from Arcata to Orange County without a car is to bus and train via Petaluma which takes 20h 40m and costs $160 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Arcata to Orange County?

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Arcata to Orange County, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arcata to Orange County bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Arcata to Orange County?

The best way to get from Arcata to Orange County is to fly which takes 5h 36m and costs $400 - $1,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $260 and takes 20h 50m.

Where does the Arcata to Orange County bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arcata to Orange County?

Yes, the driving distance between Arcata to Orange County is 686 miles. It takes approximately 11h 52m to drive from Arcata to Orange County.

Where can I stay near Orange County?

There are 1191+ hotels available in Orange County.

Arcata to Orange County - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Arcata to Orange County by plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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Fly to John Wayne Airport Orange County
best
1. Fly from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane ACV - SNA
5h 36m
$402–1,542
Drive 682.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Arcata to Orange Countycar 682.1 mi
11h 52m
$125–180
Bus, train via Petaluma
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Petalumabus
2. Take the bus from Copeland St Transit Mall to 4th St & Folsom Stbus 172
3. Take the bus from San Francisco to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
4. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Santa Anatrain
20h 40m
$164–250
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Martinezbus
2. Take the train from Martinez to Los Angelestrain
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Anatrain
23h 27m
$255–485
Fly to Los Angeles International Airport, train
1. Fly from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane ACV - LAX
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Anatrain
6h 8m
$330–988
Fly to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, train
1. Fly from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane ACV - BUR
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Santa Anatrain
6h 46m
$149–635
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 Santa Ana Bus Stopbus
20h 50m
$154–256

Arcata to Orange County by bus and train

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20h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 626.9 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Arcata, CA, USA and Orange County, CA, USA?

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc., and two other airlines fly from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arcata to Santa Ana Bus Stop via Petaluma, Copeland St Transit Mall, 1st St & Mission St, and San Francisco Bus Station in around 20h 50m.

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