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

The cheapest way to get from Columbus to Arcata is to drive which costs $460 - $700 and takes 41h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbus to Arcata is to fly which takes 10h 40m and costs $250 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Columbus and Arcata?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbus to Arcata. However, there are services departing from Columbus and arriving at Arcata via St Louis Bus Station, Los Angeles Union Station, Fremont St & Mission St and Petaluma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 20h.

How far is it from Columbus to Arcata?

The distance between Columbus and Arcata is 2184 miles. The road distance is 2549 miles.

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

The best way to get from Columbus to Arcata without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 20h and costs $490 - $950.

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

It takes approximately 10h 40m to get from Columbus to Arcata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbus to Arcata bus from?

Columbus to Arcata bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Columbus station.

Bus or fly from Columbus to Arcata?

The best way to get from Columbus to Arcata is to fly which takes 10h 40m and costs $250 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $490 - $950 and takes 2 days 20h.

Where does the Columbus to Arcata bus arrive?

Columbus to Arcata bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Columbus and Arcata?

Arcata is 3h behind Columbus. It is currently 12:16 PM in Columbus and 9:16 AM in Arcata.

Can I drive from Columbus to Arcata?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbus to Arcata is 2549 miles. It takes approximately 41h 11m to drive from Columbus to Arcata.

Where can I stay near Arcata?

There are 67+ hotels available in Arcata.

Columbus to Arcata - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Columbus to Arcata by plane, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), bus, train, or car

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Fly from John Glenn Columbus International Airport
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1. Fly from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)plane CMH - ACV
10h 40m
$253–1,006
Bus
1. Take the bus from Columbus to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Francisco Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Fremont St & Mission St to Copeland St Transit Mallbus 172
5. Take the bus from Petaluma to Arcatabus
2d 20h
$492–922
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Columbus to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Martineztrain
3. Take the bus from Martinez to Arcatabus
2d 20h
$898–1,835
Drive 2,534.2 mi
1. Drive from Columbus to Arcatacar 2,534.2 mi
41h 11m
$463–669
Bus to Covington, fly
1. Take the bus from Columbus to Cincinnatibus
2. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)plane CVG - ACV
13h 32m
$284–1,142
Bus to Dayton, fly
1. Take the bus from Columbus to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)plane DAY - ACV
13h 42m
$287–1,127

Columbus to Arcata by bus

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2d 20hAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,171.2 mi
Duration: 10h 40m

What companies run services between Columbus, OH, USA and Arcata, CA, USA?

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc., and two other airlines fly from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Columbus to Arcata via St Louis Bus Station, Los Angeles Union Station, San Francisco Bus Station, Fremont St & Mission St, and Petaluma in around 2d 20h.

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