What is the cheapest way to get from Menlo Park to Arcata?

The cheapest way to get from Menlo Park to Arcata is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Menlo Park to Arcata?

The fastest way to get from Menlo Park to Arcata is to Caltrain and fly which takes 4h 25m and costs $310 - $1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Menlo Park and Arcata?

No, there is no direct bus from Menlo Park to Arcata. However, there are services departing from El Camino Real & Ravenswood Ave and arriving at Arcata via Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1, San Francisco Airport, E. Washington St. west of Ellis St. and Petaluma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 40m.

How far is it from Menlo Park to Arcata?

The distance between Menlo Park and Arcata is 280 miles. The road distance is 309.8 miles.

How do I travel from Menlo Park to Arcata without a car?

The best way to get from Menlo Park to Arcata without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 9h 54m and costs $95 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Menlo Park to Arcata?

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Menlo Park to Arcata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Menlo Park to Arcata bus from?

Menlo Park to Arcata bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, depart from San Francisco Airport station.

Where does the Menlo Park to Arcata bus arrive?

Menlo Park to Arcata bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, arrive at Petaluma station.

Can I drive from Menlo Park to Arcata?

Yes, the driving distance between Menlo Park to Arcata is 310 miles. It takes approximately 5h 47m to drive from Menlo Park to Arcata.

Where can I stay near Arcata?

There are 65+ hotels available in Arcata.

Menlo Park to Arcata - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Menlo Park to Arcata by train, plane, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Caltrain, fly
best
1. Take the train from Menlo Park Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)plane SFO - ACV
4h 25m
$314–1,320
Drive 308 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Menlo Park to Arcatacar 308 mi
5h 47m
$57–82
Caltrain, bus
1. Take the train from Menlo Park Caltrain Northbound to San Francisco Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Take the bus from Perry St & 3rd St to Copeland St Transit Mallbus 172
3. Take the bus from Petaluma to Arcatabus
9h 54m
$97–143
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Petalumabus Sonoma County Airport
2. Take the bus from Petaluma to Arcatabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
10h 40m
$109–188

Menlo Park to Arcata by train and bus

14Weekly Services

9h 54mAverage Duration

$97Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Menlo Park, CA, USA and Arcata, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from El Camino Real & Ravenswood Ave to Arcata via Millbrae Transit Center-Bay C1, SFO Airport Terminal 2-Lower Level, San Francisco Airport, Petaluma, E. Washington St. west of Ellis St., E. Washington St. south of Lakeville, and Petaluma in around 10h 40m.

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