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How to Travel from

Santa Maria to Arcata

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Transport providers

Airlines

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Arcata-Eureka
Ave. Duration:
3h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$382.71–$1,275.69
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 Los Angeles International Airport to Arcata-Eureka
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.62–$892.98

Clean Air Express

Phone:
(805) 692-1902
Website:
cleanairexpress.com/
Bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Hollister
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.38–$8.29

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Luis Obispo to Redding
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$57.41–$204.11
Train from San Luis Obispo to Martinez
Ave. Duration:
7h 9m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.99–$140.33
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

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 operators

San Luis Obispo RTA

Website:
slorta.org
Bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Government
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$3.06–$4.08

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

Central Coast Shuttle

Phone:
+1 800-470-8818
Website:
centralcoastshuttle.com
Bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Los
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$95.68–$121.19

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Maria to Arcata is to drive which costs $92.39 - $141.30 and takes 9h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Santa Maria to Arcata is to bus and fly which takes 7h 47m and costs $326.09 - $1195.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Santa Maria and Arcata?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Maria to Arcata. However, there are services departing from Santa Maria Transit Center and arriving at Arcata via Downtown Transit Center, San Luis Obispo, Mission St & 2nd St and Petaluma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 12m.

How far is it from Santa Maria to Arcata?

The distance between Santa Maria and Arcata is 949 km. The road distance is 865.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Santa Maria to Arcata without a car is to bus which takes 17h 12m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 47m to get from Santa Maria to Arcata, including transfers.

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

Santa Maria to Arcata bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, depart from Santa Maria Transit Center station.

Where does the Santa Maria to Arcata bus arrive?

Santa Maria to Arcata bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, arrive at Government Center station.

Can I drive from Santa Maria to Arcata?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Maria to Arcata is 865 km. It takes approximately 9h 30m to drive from Santa Maria 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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