What is the cheapest way to get from McKinleyville to San Francisco?

The cheapest way to get from McKinleyville to San Francisco is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from McKinleyville to San Francisco?

The fastest way to get from McKinleyville to San Francisco is to fly which takes 2h 49m and costs $310 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between McKinleyville and San Francisco?

No, there is no direct bus from McKinleyville to San Francisco. However, there are services departing from Railroad Dr & Central Ave - SB Stop and arriving at Van Ness Ave & Eddy St via Arcata and San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

How far is it from McKinleyville to San Francisco?

The distance between McKinleyville and San Francisco is 268 miles. The road distance is 286.2 miles.

How do I travel from McKinleyville to San Francisco without a car?

The best way to get from McKinleyville to San Francisco without a car is to bus which takes 9h 31m and costs $85 - $130.

How long does it take to get from McKinleyville to San Francisco?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from McKinleyville to San Francisco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the McKinleyville to San Francisco bus from?

McKinleyville to San Francisco bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Arcata station.

Bus or fly from McKinleyville to San Francisco?

The best way to get from McKinleyville to San Francisco is to fly which takes 2h 49m and costs $310 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $130 and takes 9h 31m.

Where does the McKinleyville to San Francisco bus arrive?

McKinleyville to San Francisco bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Petaluma station.

Can I drive from McKinleyville to San Francisco?

Yes, the driving distance between McKinleyville to San Francisco is 286 miles. It takes approximately 5h 19m to drive from McKinleyville to San Francisco.

Where can I stay near San Francisco?

There are 816+ hotels available in San Francisco.

McKinleyville to San Francisco - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from McKinleyville to San Francisco by plane, bus (Amtrak), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane ACV - SFO
2h 49m
$312–1,069
Drive 284.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from McKinleyville to San Franciscocar 284.6 mi
5h 19m
$52–75
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Petalumabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 31m
$88–124
Bus via Ukiah
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Pear Tree Center - Ross to 2nd Street Transit Mallbus 65
3. Take the bus from Santa Rosa Transit Mall to 1st St & Mission Stbus 172
9h 48m
$70–115

McKinleyville to San Francisco by bus and train (Amtrak)

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9h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 266.3 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between McKinleyville, CA, USA and San Francisco, CA, USA?

United Airlines flies from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from Arcata to Petaluma once daily. Tickets cost $80–120 and the journey takes 6h 5m.

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