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

The cheapest way to get from Arcata to Sunnyvale is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arcata to Sunnyvale is to fly and Caltrain which takes 3h 49m and costs $310 - $1,600.

Is there a direct bus between Arcata and Sunnyvale?

No, there is no direct bus from Arcata to Sunnyvale. However, there are services departing from Arcata and arriving at El Camino & Mathilda via Copeland St Transit Mall, Mission St & 1st St, Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1 and Palo Alto Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 14m.

How far is it from Arcata to Sunnyvale?

The distance between Arcata and Sunnyvale is 289 miles. The road distance is 321.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Arcata to Sunnyvale without a car is to bus and Caltrain which takes 9h 47m and costs $100 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Arcata to Sunnyvale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arcata to Sunnyvale bus from?

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

Where does the Arcata to Sunnyvale bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arcata to Sunnyvale?

Yes, the driving distance between Arcata to Sunnyvale is 321 miles. It takes approximately 5h 56m to drive from Arcata to Sunnyvale.

Where can I stay near Sunnyvale?

There are 553+ hotels available in Sunnyvale.

Arcata to Sunnyvale - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, Caltrain, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Arcata to Sunnyvale 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 Sunnyvale Caltrain Southboundtrain
3h 49m
$316–1,522
Drive 319.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Arcata to Sunnyvalecar 319.4 mi
5h 56m
$59–85
Bus, Caltrain
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Petalumabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to Sunnyvale Caltrain Southboundtrain Local Weekday / ...
9h 47m
$102–143
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Martinezbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Martinez to Santa Clara Amtraktrain Capitol Corridor
10h 57m
$126–195
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Petalumabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Copeland St Transit Mall to 1st St & Mission Stbus 172
12h 14m
$100–146

Arcata to Sunnyvale by bus and train

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9h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 287.8 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Arcata to El Camino & Mathilda via Petaluma, Copeland St Transit Mall, 1st St & Mission St, Mission St & 1st St, Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1, and Palo Alto Transit Center in around 12h 14m.

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