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

The cheapest way to get from Sonoma to Arcata is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sonoma to Arcata is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Sonoma and Arcata?

No, there is no direct bus from Sonoma to Arcata. However, there are services departing from Sonoma Plaza and arriving at Arcata via Petaluma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Sonoma to Arcata?

The distance between Sonoma and Arcata is 260 miles. The road distance is 246 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sonoma to Arcata without a car is to bus which takes 7h 5m and costs $80 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Sonoma to Arcata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sonoma to Arcata bus from?

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

Where does the Sonoma to Arcata bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sonoma to Arcata?

Yes, the driving distance between Sonoma to Arcata is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Sonoma to Arcata.

Where can I stay near Arcata?

There are 65+ hotels available in Arcata.

Sonoma to Arcata - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, line 40 bus, and plane

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

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Petaluma to Arcatabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 5m
$82–122
Drive 244.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sonoma to Arcatacar 244.5 mi
4h 42m
$45–65
Line 40 bus, train, bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Sonoma Plaza to Petaluma Transit Mallbus
2. Take the train from SMART Petaluma Downtown to SMART Larkspurtrain
3. Take the bus from Larkspur - pickup to San Francisco Airportbus
4. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)plane SFO - ACV
7h 25m
Bus via Santa Rosa
1. Take the bus from Sonoma Plaza to Coddingtownbus 30
2. Take the bus from Santa Rosa Amtrak Bus Stop to Arcatabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 44m
$77–113

Sonoma to Arcata by bus (Amtrak)

14Weekly Buses

7h 5mAverage Duration

$82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 258.4 mi
Duration: 7h 5m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Petaluma to Arcata twice daily. Tickets cost $80–120 and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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