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

The cheapest way to get from Richmond to Arcata is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Richmond to Arcata is to BART and fly which takes 5h and costs $310 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Richmond and Arcata?

No, there is no direct bus from Richmond to Arcata. However, there are services departing from Martinez and arriving at Arcata via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Richmond to Arcata?

The distance between Richmond and Arcata is 303 miles. The road distance is 273.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Richmond to Arcata without a car is to bus which takes 8h 5m and costs $100 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Richmond to Arcata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Richmond to Arcata bus from?

Richmond to Arcata bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Martinez station.

Where does the Richmond to Arcata bus arrive?

Richmond to Arcata bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Arcata station.

Can I drive from Richmond to Arcata?

Yes, the driving distance between Richmond to Arcata is 274 miles. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Richmond to Arcata.

Where can I stay near Arcata?

There are 62+ hotels available in Arcata.

Richmond to Arcata - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, BART, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Richmond to Arcata by bus (Amtrak), car, subway, plane, or bus

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Martinez to Arcatabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 5m
$101–153
Drive 272.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Richmond to Arcatacar 272.1 mi
5h 1m
$50–72
BART to San Francisco International Airport, fly to Arcata-Eureka Airport
1. Take the subway from Richmond to San Francisco International Airportsubway
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)plane SFO - ACV
5h
$314–1,218
Fly Oakland International Airport to Crescent City, bus
1. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Crescent City (CEC)plane OAK - CEC
2. Take the bus from Del Norte High School - El Dorado Street at Small Ave to Arcata Transit Centerbus
6h 34m
$214–293

Richmond to Arcata by train and bus (Amtrak)

14Weekly Services

8h 5mAverage Duration

$101Cheapest Price

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Distance: 301.6 mi
Duration: 8h 5m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Martinez to Arcata twice daily. Tickets cost $95–140 and the journey takes 6h 40m.

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