What is the cheapest way to get from Eureka to San Mateo?

The cheapest way to get from Eureka to San Mateo is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Eureka to San Mateo?

The fastest way to get from Eureka to San Mateo is to fly and Caltrain which takes 3h 36m and costs $310 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Eureka and San Mateo?

No, there is no direct bus from Eureka to San Mateo. However, there are services departing from Eureka Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Mission St & 7th St via San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

How far is it from Eureka to San Mateo?

The distance between Eureka and San Mateo is 276 miles. The road distance is 289.7 miles.

How do I travel from Eureka to San Mateo without a car?

The best way to get from Eureka to San Mateo without a car is to bus via San Rafael which takes 9h 2m and costs $90 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Eureka to San Mateo?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Eureka to San Mateo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eureka to San Mateo bus from?

Eureka to San Mateo bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Eureka Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Eureka to San Mateo bus arrive?

Eureka to San Mateo bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Petaluma station.

Can I drive from Eureka to San Mateo?

Yes, the driving distance between Eureka to San Mateo is 290 miles. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Eureka to San Mateo.

Where can I stay near San Mateo?

There are 429+ hotels available in San Mateo.

Eureka to San Mateo - 4 ways to travel via plane, Caltrain, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Eureka to San Mateo by plane, train, bus (Amtrak), or car

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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 San Mateo Caltrain Southboundtrain
3h 36m
$313–1,119
Drive 288 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Eureka to San Mateocar 288 mi
5h 24m
$53–76
Bus via San Rafael (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Eureka Amtrak Bus Stop to Petalumabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 2m
$91–126
Bus
1. Take the bus from Eureka Amtrak Bus Stop to Petalumabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Petaluma to San Francisco Airportbus San Francisco Airport
9h 18m
$106–173

Eureka to San Mateo by bus, train, and tram (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

9h 2mAverage Duration

$91Cheapest Price

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Distance: 274.9 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Eureka, CA, USA and San Mateo, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Eureka Amtrak Bus Stop to Petaluma once daily. Tickets cost $75–110 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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