What is the cheapest way to get from Arcata to Walnut Creek?

The cheapest way to get from Arcata to Walnut Creek is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arcata to Walnut Creek?

The fastest way to get from Arcata to Walnut Creek is to fly and BART which takes 3h 58m and costs $310 - $1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Arcata and Walnut Creek?

No, there is no direct bus from Arcata to Walnut Creek. However, there are services departing from Arcata and arriving at N California Blvd and California Plaza via Martinez Amtrak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 58m.

How far is it from Arcata to Walnut Creek?

The distance between Arcata and Walnut Creek is 301 miles. The road distance is 288.5 miles.

How do I travel from Arcata to Walnut Creek without a car?

The best way to get from Arcata to Walnut Creek without a car is to bus which takes 8h 58m and costs $95 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Arcata to Walnut Creek?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Arcata to Walnut Creek, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arcata to Walnut Creek bus from?

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

Where does the Arcata to Walnut Creek bus arrive?

Arcata to Walnut Creek bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Martinez station.

Can I drive from Arcata to Walnut Creek?

Yes, the driving distance between Arcata to Walnut Creek is 289 miles. It takes approximately 5h 21m to drive from Arcata to Walnut Creek.

Where can I stay near Walnut Creek?

There are 299+ hotels available in Walnut Creek.

Arcata to Walnut Creek - 5 ways to travel via plane, BART, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Arcata to Walnut Creek 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 Walnut Creeksubway
3h 58m
$314–1,318
Drive 286.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Arcata to Walnut Creekcar 286.9 mi
5h 21m
$53–76
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Martinezbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 58m
$99–138
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 13m
$216–298
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
9h 15m
$91–134

Arcata to Walnut Creek by bus (Amtrak)

14Weekly Buses

8h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 299.3 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Arcata, CA, USA and Walnut Creek, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Arcata to Martinez twice daily. Tickets cost $95–140 and the journey takes 7h 25m.

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