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

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to Arcata is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salinas to Arcata is to train and Caltrain and fly which takes 6h 44m and costs $330 - $1,600.

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and Arcata?

No, there is no direct bus from Salinas to Arcata. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at Arcata via San Jose Diridon Station, Fremont St & Mission St and Petaluma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 18m.

How far is it from Salinas to Arcata?

The distance between Salinas and Arcata is 366 miles. The road distance is 382.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to Arcata without a car is to train and bus via Martinez which takes 11h 41m and costs $140 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Salinas to Arcata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salinas to Arcata bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Salinas to Arcata?

The best way to get from Salinas to Arcata is to fly which takes 7h 55m and costs $60 - $360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $190 and takes 12h 18m.

Where does the Salinas to Arcata bus arrive?

Salinas to Arcata bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Salinas to Arcata?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to Arcata is 382 miles. It takes approximately 6h 53m to drive from Salinas to Arcata.

Where can I stay near Arcata?

There are 62+ hotels available in Arcata.

Salinas to Arcata - 7 ways to travel via train, Caltrain, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Salinas to Arcata by train, plane, bus, car, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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Train, Caltrain to San Francisco International Airport, fly to Arcata-Eureka Airport
best
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Josetrain
2. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain
3. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)plane SFO - ACV
6h 44m
$338–1,568
Fly Monterey Regional Airport to Arcata-Eureka Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)plane MRY - ACV
7h 55m
$61–359
Train, bus via Martinez (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to Martineztrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Martinez to Arcatabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
11h 41m
$146–231
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Salinas to Redding Amtraktrain
2. Take the bus from RABA Downtown Passenger Terminal to SR 299 & Martin Rd.bus
3. Take the bus from SR 299 & Martin Rd. to Willow Creek @ SR 299 & 96bus
4. Take the bus from Hwy 96 & Hwy 299 - Willow Creek to Arcata Transit Centerbus
15h 21m
$133–254
Drive 380.1 mi
1. Drive from Salinas to Arcatacar 380.1 mi
6h 53m
$70–101
Train, train to Oakland International Airport, fly to Crescent City, bus
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Josetrain
2. Take the train from San Jose to Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtraktrain
3. Fly from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Crescent City (CEC)plane OAK - CEC
4. Take the bus from Del Norte High School - El Dorado Street at Small Ave to Arcata Transit Centerbus
9h 27m
$245–357
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salinas to San Josebus
2. Take the bus from San Jose Diridon Station to San Francisco Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Fremont St & Mission St to Copeland St Transit Mallbus 172
4. Take the bus from Petaluma to Arcatabus
12h 18m
$122–188

Salinas to Arcata by train and bus (Amtrak)

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11h 41mAverage Duration

$146Cheapest Price

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Distance: 363.7 mi
Duration: 6h 44m

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

United Airlines flies from Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Salinas to Arcata via San Jose, San Jose Diridon Station, San Francisco Bus Station, Fremont St & Mission St, and Petaluma in around 12h 18m.

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