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How to Travel from

San Luis Obispo to Arcata

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Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to Arcata-Eureka
Ave. Duration:
6h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$395.46–$1,403.25
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Arcata-Eureka
Ave. Duration:
3h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$382.71–$1,275.69

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Luis Obispo to Martinez
Ave. Duration:
7h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.99–$140.33
Train from San Luis Obispo to Redding
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$57.41–$204.11
Bus from San Luis Obispo to San
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Bus from Petaluma to Arcata
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Bus from Martinez to Arcata
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Bus from San Luis Obispo to Uc
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
3 times a day

MTA

Phone:
877-690-5116
Website:
new.mta.info/
Bus from 2nd Street Transit Mall to Pear
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.72–$26.79

Golden Gate Transit

Phone:
+1 415-921-5858
Website:
goldengate.org/
Bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Copeland
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.10–$14.03
Bus from Mission St & 2nd St to Santa
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.38–$16.58

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$24.24–$89.30

Trinity Transit

Website:
trinitytransit.org
Bus from RABA Transit Center to Chevron
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.02–$10.84
Bus from Chevron Mini Mart to Willow
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.57–$14.03

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:
$2.31

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Arcata?

The cheapest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Arcata is to bus via Ukiah which costs $35.87 - $119.57 and takes 15h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Arcata?

The fastest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Arcata is to fly which takes 7h 19m and costs $336.96 - $1195.65 .

Is there a direct bus between San Luis Obispo and Arcata?

No, there is no direct bus from San Luis Obispo to Arcata. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Arcata via Mission St & 2nd St and Petaluma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 4m.

How far is it from San Luis Obispo to Arcata?

The distance between San Luis Obispo and Arcata is 733 km. The road distance is 815.1 km.

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

The best way to get from San Luis Obispo to Arcata without a car is to bus which takes 14h 4m and costs .

How long does it take to get from San Luis Obispo to Arcata?

It takes approximately 7h 19m to get from San Luis Obispo to Arcata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Luis Obispo to Arcata bus from?

San Luis Obispo to Arcata bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Bus or fly from San Luis Obispo to Arcata?

The best way to get from San Luis Obispo to Arcata is to fly which takes 7h 19m and costs $336.96 - $1195.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 14h 4m.

Where does the San Luis Obispo to Arcata bus arrive?

San Luis Obispo to Arcata bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Francisco station.

Can I drive from San Luis Obispo to Arcata?

Yes, the driving distance between San Luis Obispo to Arcata is 815 km. It takes approximately 8h 58m to drive from San Luis Obispo to Arcata.

Where can I stay near Arcata?

There are 112+ hotels available in Arcata. Prices start at $54.28 per night.
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