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How to Travel from

Santa Cruz to Arcata

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Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Monterey Regional Airport to Arcata-Eureka
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$357.19–$1,211.90
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Arcata-Eureka
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$497.52

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.93–$11.48
Train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.84–$14.03

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Jose to Martinez
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.12–$82.92
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Bus from Martinez to Arcata
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Bus from Petaluma to Arcata
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Golden Gate Transit

Phone:
+1 415-921-5858
Website:
goldengate.org/
Train from Perry St & 3rd St to Copeland
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.68–$14.03
Bus from Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A to Copeland
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.10–$14.03

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from San Jose Diridon Station to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.21–$76.54

Santa Cruz Metro

Phone:
+1 (831) 425-8600
Website:
scmtd.com/en/
Bus from Front to Diridon
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$8.29

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Cruz to Arcata?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Cruz to Arcata is to drive which costs $59.78 - $92.39 and takes 6h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Cruz to Arcata?

The fastest way to get from Santa Cruz to Arcata is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 25m and costs $445.65 - $1304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Cruz and Arcata?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Cruz to Arcata. However, there are services departing from Front and arriving at Arcata via San Jose Diridon Station, Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A and Petaluma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 24m.

How far is it from Santa Cruz to Arcata?

The distance between Santa Cruz and Arcata is 613 km. The road distance is 567.8 km.

How do I travel from Santa Cruz to Arcata without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Cruz to Arcata without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 26m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Santa Cruz to Arcata?

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Santa Cruz to Arcata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Cruz to Arcata bus from?

Santa Cruz to Arcata bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, depart from Front station.

Where does the Santa Cruz to Arcata bus arrive?

Santa Cruz to Arcata bus services, operated by Santa Cruz Metro, arrive at Diridon Station.

What is the time difference between Santa Cruz and Arcata?

It is currently 22:26 at both, Santa Cruz and Arcata.

Can I drive from Santa Cruz to Arcata?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Cruz to Arcata is 568 km. It takes approximately 6h 25m to drive from Santa Cruz 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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