What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Arcata?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Arcata is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Arcata?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Arcata is to Caltrain and fly which takes 4h 31m and costs $310 - $1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Arcata?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Arcata. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 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 45m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Arcata?

The distance between Palo Alto and Arcata is 282 miles. The road distance is 312.5 miles.

How do I travel from Palo Alto to Arcata without a car?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Arcata without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 10h and costs $95 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Arcata?

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Palo Alto to Arcata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Arcata bus from?

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

Where does the Palo Alto to Arcata bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Arcata bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, arrive at Petaluma station.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Arcata?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Arcata is 313 miles. It takes approximately 5h 49m to drive from Palo Alto to Arcata.

Where can I stay near Arcata?

There are 65+ hotels available in Arcata.

Palo Alto to Arcata - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, plane, bus, and car

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

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Caltrain, fly
best
1. Take the train from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)plane SFO - ACV
4h 31m
$315–1,321
Drive 310.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Palo Alto to Arcatacar 310.7 mi
5h 49m
$57–82
Caltrain, bus
1. Take the train from California Avenue 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
10h
$98–143
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 45m
$109–188

Palo Alto to Arcata by train and bus

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Distance: 280.8 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Palo Alto, CA, USA and Arcata, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 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 45m.

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