What is the cheapest way to get from Redwood City to Arcata?

The cheapest way to get from Redwood City to Arcata is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Redwood City to Arcata?

The fastest way to get from Redwood City to Arcata is to Caltrain and fly which takes 4h 20m and costs $310 - $1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Redwood City and Arcata?

No, there is no direct bus from Redwood City to Arcata. However, there are services departing from El Camino Real & Brewster 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 24m.

How far is it from Redwood City to Arcata?

The distance between Redwood City and Arcata is 276 miles. The road distance is 306.4 miles.

How do I travel from Redwood City to Arcata without a car?

The best way to get from Redwood City to Arcata without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 9h 49m and costs $95 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Redwood City to Arcata?

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Redwood City to Arcata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Redwood City to Arcata bus from?

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

Where does the Redwood City to Arcata bus arrive?

Redwood City to Arcata bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, arrive at Petaluma station.

Can I drive from Redwood City to Arcata?

Yes, the driving distance between Redwood City to Arcata is 306 miles. It takes approximately 5h 41m to drive from Redwood City to Arcata.

Where can I stay near Arcata?

There are 64+ hotels available in Arcata.

Redwood City to Arcata - 4 ways to travel via Caltrain, plane, bus, and car

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

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Caltrain, fly
best
1. Take the train from Redwood City Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)plane SFO - ACV
4h 20m
$314–1,320
Drive 304.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Redwood City to Arcatacar 304.6 mi
5h 41m
$56–81
Caltrain, bus
1. Take the train from Redwood City 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 49m
$97–142
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 24m
$109–188

Redwood City to Arcata by train and bus

14Weekly Services

9h 49mAverage Duration

$97Cheapest Price

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Distance: 274.6 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Redwood City, CA, USA and Arcata, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from El Camino Real & Brewster 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 24m.

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