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

The cheapest way to get from Mendocino to Arcata is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mendocino to Arcata is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Mendocino and Arcata?

No, there is no direct bus from Mendocino to Arcata. However, there are services departing from Main St & Lansing St and arriving at Arcata via Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Mendocino to Arcata?

The distance between Mendocino and Arcata is 181 miles. The road distance is 151.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mendocino to Arcata without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 4h 2m and costs $160 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Mendocino to Arcata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mendocino to Arcata bus from?

Mendocino to Arcata bus services, operated by Mendocino Transit Authority, depart from Main St & Lansing St station.

Where does the Mendocino to Arcata bus arrive?

Mendocino to Arcata bus services, operated by Mendocino Transit Authority, arrive at Pear Tree Center - Ross station.

Can I drive from Mendocino to Arcata?

Yes, the driving distance between Mendocino to Arcata is 151 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Mendocino to Arcata.

Where can I stay near Arcata?

There are 64+ hotels available in Arcata.

Mendocino to Arcata - 3 ways to travel via taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Mendocino to Arcata by taxi, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Taxi, bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the taxi from Mendocino to Willits Calif Western Railroad Depot Amtraktaxi
2. Take the bus from Willits Calif Western Railroad Depot Amtrak to Arcatabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 2m
$168–216
Drive 150.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mendocino to Arcatacar 150.4 mi
3h 7m
$28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Main St & Lansing St to Pear Tree Center - Rossbus 65
2. Take the bus from Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop to Arcatabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 38m
$59–108

Mendocino to Arcata by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 38mAverage Duration

$59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 179.5 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Mendocino, CA, USA and Arcata, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Main St & Lansing St to Arcata via Pear Tree Center - Ross and Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop in around 6h 38m.

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