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How to Travel from

Palo Alto to Eureka

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Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata-Eureka
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$489.13

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.22–$6.52
Train from California Avenue Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$7.07–$9.24
Train from Palo Alto Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.52–$8.70

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Bus from Petaluma to Eureka
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Bus from Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop to Eureka
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily

MTA

Phone:
877-690-5116
Website:
new.mta.info/
Bus from SMART Train to Pear
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.48–$22.83
Bus from 2nd Street Transit Mall to Pear
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.91–$22.83

Golden Gate Transit

Phone:
+1 415-921-5858
Website:
goldengate.org/
Train from Perry St & 3rd St to E
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.17–$11.96
Bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Copeland
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.24–$11.96
Bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Santa
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.22–$14.13

Bus operators

Groome Transportation

Phone:
+1 (334) 821-3399
Website:
groometransportation.com
Bus from San Francisco Airport to Petaluma
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.65–$70.65

Redwood Transit System

Phone:
707 443 0826
Website:
hta.org/agencies/redwood-transit-system/
Bus from Pear Tree Center - NB Stop to H
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$1.91

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Eureka?

The cheapest way to get from Palo Alto to Eureka is to bus via Ukiah which costs $14.13 - $47.83 and takes 11h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Eureka?

The fastest way to get from Palo Alto to Eureka is to Caltrain and fly which takes 4h 52m and costs $184.78 - $597.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Palo Alto and Eureka?

No, there is no direct bus from Palo Alto to Eureka. However, there are services departing from Palo Alto Transit Ctr-Bay 9 and arriving at Eureka Amtrak Bus Stop via Millbrae BART-Bay 12 West Busway, San Francisco Airport, E. Washington St. west of Ellis St. and Petaluma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

How far is it from Palo Alto to Eureka?

The distance between Palo Alto and Eureka is 464 km. The road distance is 488.1 km.

How do I travel from Palo Alto to Eureka without a car?

The best way to get from Palo Alto to Eureka without a car is to Caltrain and bus which takes 9h 34m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Palo Alto to Eureka?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Palo Alto to Eureka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Palo Alto to Eureka bus from?

Palo Alto to Eureka bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, depart from San Francisco Airport station.

Where does the Palo Alto to Eureka bus arrive?

Palo Alto to Eureka bus services, operated by Groome Transportation, arrive at Petaluma station.

What is the time difference between Palo Alto and Eureka?

It is currently 22:59 at both, Palo Alto and Eureka.

Can I drive from Palo Alto to Eureka?

Yes, the driving distance between Palo Alto to Eureka is 488 km. It takes approximately 5h 36m to drive from Palo Alto to Eureka.

Where can I stay near Eureka?

There are 101+ hotels available in Eureka. Prices start at $51.40 per night.
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