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

The cheapest way to get from San Mateo to Eureka is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Mateo to Eureka is to fly which takes 4h 24m and costs $310 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between San Mateo and Eureka?

No, there is no direct bus from San Mateo to Eureka. However, there are services departing from Mission St & 4th St and arriving at Eureka Amtrak Bus Stop via Petaluma and Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

How far is it from San Mateo to Eureka?

The distance between San Mateo and Eureka is 276 miles. The road distance is 289.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Mateo to Eureka without a car is to bus which takes 9h 31m and costs $85 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from San Mateo to Eureka, including transfers.

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

San Mateo to Eureka bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Petaluma station.

Bus or fly from San Mateo to Eureka?

The best way to get from San Mateo to Eureka is to fly which takes 4h 24m and costs $310 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $140 and takes 9h 31m.

Where does the San Mateo to Eureka bus arrive?

San Mateo to Eureka bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from San Mateo to Eureka?

Yes, the driving distance between San Mateo to Eureka is 289 miles. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from San Mateo to Eureka.

Where can I stay near Eureka?

There are 60+ hotels available in Eureka.

San Mateo to Eureka - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and line 292 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from San Mateo to Eureka 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 24m
$314–1,118
Drive 287.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Mateo to Eurekacar 287.7 mi
5h 25m
$53–76
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Petaluma to Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop to Eureka Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 31m
$89–133
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 Eureka Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
10h 33m
$84–122

San Mateo to Eureka by train, tram, foot, and bus (Amtrak)

14Weekly Services

9h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 274.9 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between San Mateo, CA, USA and Eureka, 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 train from San Mateo Caltrain Northbound to Eureka Amtrak Bus Stop via San Francisco Caltrain Northbound, 4th St & King St, Union Square/Market St Station Northbound, Mission St & 4th St, San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B, SMART San Rafael, SMART Petaluma Downtown, Petaluma, and Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop in around 9h 31m.

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