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

The cheapest way to get from Arcata to Tacoma is to bus which costs $75 - $160 and takes 17h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arcata to Tacoma is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs $250 - $390.

How far is it from Arcata to Tacoma?

The distance between Arcata and Tacoma is 490 miles. The road distance is 546.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Arcata to Tacoma without a car is to bus which takes 17h 34m and costs $75 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Arcata to Tacoma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arcata to Tacoma bus from?

Arcata to Tacoma bus services, operated by Redwood Coast Transit, depart from Arcata Transit Center station.

Bus or fly from Arcata to Tacoma?

The best way to get from Arcata to Tacoma is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs $250 - $390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $160 and takes 17h 34m.

Where does the Arcata to Tacoma bus arrive?

Arcata to Tacoma bus services, operated by Redwood Coast Transit, arrive at Grocery Outlet station.

Can I drive from Arcata to Tacoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Arcata to Tacoma is 546 miles. It takes approximately 10h 2m to drive from Arcata to Tacoma.

Where can I stay near Tacoma?

There are 400+ hotels available in Tacoma.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Arcata and Tacoma?

No, there is no direct bus from Arcata to Tacoma station. However, there are services departing from Arcata Transit Center and arriving at Commerce St Station - Zone D via Crescent City Cultural Center/CoC, Grants Pass, Olympia Transit Center - Bay M and Lakewood Station - Bay 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 34m.

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

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best
1. Fly from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)plane ACV - SEA
4h 9m
$258–388
Bus via Eugene
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arcata Transit Center to Grocery Outletbus 20
2. Take the bus from Crescent City Cultural Center/CoC to Newman United Methodist Church - Grants Passbus
3. Take the bus from Newman United Methodist Church - Grants Pass to Eugene U of Obus
4. Take the bus from Eugene to Tacomabus
18h 44m
$69–165
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arcata Transit Center to Grocery Outletbus 20
2. Take the bus from Crescent City Cultural Center/CoC to Newman United Methodist Church - Grants Passbus
3. Take the bus from Grants Pass to Olympiabus
17h 34m
$78–151
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Arcata Transit Center to Hwy 96 & Hwy 299 - Willow Creekbus
2. Take the bus from Willow Creek @ SR 299 & 96 to SR 299 & Martin Rd.bus
3. Take the bus from SR 299 & Martin Rd. to RABA Downtown Passenger Terminalbus
4. Take the train from Redding Amtrak to Tacomatrain
22h 5m
$175–382
Drive 543 mi
1. Drive from Arcata to Tacomacar 543 mi
10h 2m
$100–144

Arcata to Tacoma by bus

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17h 34mAverage Duration

$78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 487.1 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Arcata, CA, USA and Tacoma, WA, USA?

Alaska Airlines, Inc. flies from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Arcata Transit Center to Commerce St Station - Zone D via Crescent City Cultural Center/CoC, Newman United Methodist Church - Grants Pass, Grants Pass, Olympia Transit Center - Bay M, and Lakewood Station - Bay 3 in around 17h 34m.

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