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

The cheapest way to get from Arcata to Richmond is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arcata to Richmond is to fly and BART which takes 4h and costs $310 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Arcata and Richmond?

No, there is no direct bus from Arcata to Richmond. However, there are services departing from Arcata and arriving at Cutting Blvd & Harbour Way via Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop and San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

How far is it from Arcata to Richmond?

The distance between Arcata and Richmond is 298 miles. The road distance is 274.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Arcata to Richmond without a car is to bus via Ukiah which takes 8h 17m and costs $85 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Arcata to Richmond, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arcata to Richmond bus from?

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

Where does the Arcata to Richmond bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arcata to Richmond?

Yes, the driving distance between Arcata to Richmond is 275 miles. It takes approximately 5h 2m to drive from Arcata to Richmond.

Where can I stay near Richmond?

There are 694+ hotels available in Richmond.

Arcata to Richmond - 6 ways to travel via plane, BART, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Arcata to Richmond by plane, subway, bus (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Fly Arcata-Eureka Airport to San Francisco International Airport, BART
best
1. Fly from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane ACV - SFO
2. Take the subway from San Francisco International Airport to Richmondsubway
4h
$314–1,218
Drive 273.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Arcata to Richmondcar 273.2 mi
5h 2m
$50–72
Bus via Ukiah (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 17m
$86–126
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
7h 8m
$217–297
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Martinezbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 41m
$101–146
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Napa Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Redwood Park & Ride, B1 to El Cerrito Del Norte Stationbus 29
8h 59m
$91–132

Arcata to Richmond by bus and train (Amtrak)

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8h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 296.7 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a bus from Arcata to Cutting Blvd & Harbour Way via Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop, Petaluma, SMART Petaluma Downtown, SMART San Rafael, and San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B in around 8h 17m.

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