What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Arcata?

The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Arcata is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to Arcata?

The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Arcata is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs $310 - $1,400.

Is there a direct bus between San Francisco and Arcata?

No, there is no direct bus from San Francisco to Arcata. However, there are services departing from North Point St & Jones St and arriving at Arcata via Petaluma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from San Francisco to Arcata?

The distance between San Francisco and Arcata is 276 miles. The road distance is 280.1 miles.

How do I travel from San Francisco to Arcata without a car?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Arcata without a car is to bus which takes 7h 32m and costs $85 - $140.

How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Arcata?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from San Francisco to Arcata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Francisco to Arcata bus from?

San Francisco to Arcata bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, depart from North Point St & Jones St station.

Bus or fly from San Francisco to Arcata?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Arcata is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs $310 - $1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $140 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the San Francisco to Arcata bus arrive?

San Francisco to Arcata bus services, operated by Golden Gate Transit, arrive at Copeland St Transit Mall station.

Can I drive from San Francisco to Arcata?

Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Arcata is 280 miles. It takes approximately 5h 11m to drive from San Francisco to Arcata.

How do I get a bus ticket from San Francisco to Arcata?

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Where can I stay near Arcata?

There are 64+ hotels available in Arcata.

San Francisco to Arcata - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly San Francisco International Airport to Arcata-Eureka Airport
best
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)plane SFO - ACV
4h 16m
$311–1,315
Drive 278.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Francisco to Arcatacar 278.4 mi
5h 11m
$51–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Point St & Jones St to Copeland St Transit Mallbus 172
2. Take the bus from Petaluma to Arcatabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 32m
$88–131
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 20m
$214–292

San Francisco to Arcata by bus

14Weekly Buses

7h 32mAverage Duration

$88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 274.8 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between San Francisco, CA, USA and Arcata, CA, USA?

United Airlines flies from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Point St & Jones St to Arcata via Petaluma in around 7h 32m.

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