What is the cheapest way to get from Arcata to Palo Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Arcata to Palo Alto is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arcata to Palo Alto?

The fastest way to get from Arcata to Palo Alto is to fly and Caltrain which takes 3h 43m and costs $310 - $1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Arcata and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Arcata to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Arcata and arriving at San Francisco Airport via Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop and Larkspur - pickup. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

How far is it from Arcata to Palo Alto?

The distance between Arcata and Palo Alto is 282 miles. The road distance is 313.4 miles.

How do I travel from Arcata to Palo Alto without a car?

The best way to get from Arcata to Palo Alto without a car is to bus and Caltrain which takes 9h 38m and costs $95 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Arcata to Palo Alto?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Arcata to Palo Alto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arcata to Palo Alto bus from?

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

Where does the Arcata to Palo Alto bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arcata to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Arcata to Palo Alto is 313 miles. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Arcata to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 499+ hotels available in Palo Alto.

Arcata to Palo Alto - 5 ways to travel via plane, Caltrain, bus, and car

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

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Fly, Caltrain
best
1. Fly from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane ACV - SFO
2. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southboundtrain
3h 43m
$315–1,320
Drive 311.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Arcata to Palo Altocar 311.6 mi
5h 49m
$57–83
Bus, Caltrain
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Petalumabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to California Avenue Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
9h 38m
$99–137
Bus via Ukiah
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop to Petalumabus
3. Take the bus from Larkspur - pickup to San Francisco Airportbus
10h
$128–169
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Petalumabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Petaluma to San Francisco Airportbus San Francisco Airport
10h 38m
$113–185

Arcata to Palo Alto by bus and train

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9h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 280.8 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Arcata, CA, USA and Palo Alto, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Arcata to California Avenue Caltrain Southbound via Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop, Petaluma, SMART Petaluma Downtown, SMART Larkspur, Larkspur - pickup, San Francisco Airport, San Francisco International Airport, Millbrae, and Millbrae Caltrain Southbound in around 10h.

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