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

The cheapest way to get from San Mateo to Arcata is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Mateo to Arcata is to fly which takes 4h 6m and costs $310 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between San Mateo and Arcata?

No, there is no direct bus from San Mateo to Arcata. However, there are services departing from S Delaware St & 2nd Ave and arriving at Arcata via Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A and Petaluma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 28m.

How far is it from San Mateo to Arcata?

The distance between San Mateo and Arcata is 269 miles. The road distance is 296.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Mateo to Arcata without a car is to line 292 bus and bus which takes 10h 28m and costs $85 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from San Mateo to Arcata, including transfers.

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

San Mateo to Arcata bus services, operated by SamTrans, depart from S Delaware St & 2nd Ave station.

Bus or fly from San Mateo to Arcata?

The best way to get from San Mateo to Arcata is to fly which takes 4h 6m and costs $310 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can line 292 bus and bus, which costs $85 - $140 and takes 10h 28m.

Where does the San Mateo to Arcata bus arrive?

San Mateo to Arcata bus services, operated by SamTrans, arrive at Mission St & 1st St station.

Can I drive from San Mateo to Arcata?

Yes, the driving distance between San Mateo to Arcata is 297 miles. It takes approximately 5h 35m to drive from San Mateo to Arcata.

Where can I stay near Arcata?

There are 62+ hotels available in Arcata.

San Mateo to Arcata - 3 ways to travel via plane, line 292 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from San Mateo to Arcata by plane, bus (Amtrak), or car

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best
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)plane SFO - ACV
4h 6m
$313–1,118
Drive 295.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Mateo to Arcatacar 295.2 mi
5h 35m
$54–78
Line 292 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from S Delaware St & 2nd Ave to Mission St & 1st Stbus 292
2. Take the bus from Petaluma to Arcatabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
10h 28m
$89–132

San Mateo to Arcata by bus and train

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10h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 266.9 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between San Mateo, 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 S Delaware St & 2nd Ave to Arcata via Mission St & 1st St, Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A, San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B, SMART San Rafael, SMART Petaluma Downtown, and Petaluma in around 10h 28m.

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