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

The cheapest way to get from Arcata to Merced is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Arcata to Merced is to drive which takes 7h 16m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Arcata and Merced?

No, there is no direct bus from Arcata to Merced. However, there are services departing from Arcata and arriving at Merced via Vallejo Transit Center and Sacramento Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 5m.

How far is it from Arcata to Merced?

The distance between Arcata and Merced is 419 miles. The road distance is 395.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Arcata to Merced without a car is to bus which takes 12h 5m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 11h 58m to get from Arcata to Merced, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arcata to Merced bus from?

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

Where does the Arcata to Merced bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arcata to Merced?

Yes, the driving distance between Arcata to Merced is 395 miles. It takes approximately 7h 16m to drive from Arcata to Merced.

Where can I stay near Merced?

There are 33+ hotels available in Merced.

Arcata to Merced - 7 ways to travel via train, car, bus, plane, and BART

There are 7 ways to get from Arcata to Merced by car, bus, train, plane, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound, Flixbus), or subway

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive, bus, train
best
1. Drive from Arcata to Hwy 3 Mini Mart
2. Take the bus from Hwy 3 Mini Mart to RABA Transit Center
3. Take the train from Redding Amtrak to Sacramento
4. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Merced
11h 58m
$79–109
Drive 393 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Arcata to Merced393 mi
7h 16m
$72–104
Fly Arcata-Eureka Airport to Fresno Yosemite International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT)ACV - FAT
2. Take the bus from Fresno Bus Station to Merced Bus Stop
8h 37m
$146–882
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Vallejo
2. Take the bus from Vallejo Transit Center to Sacramento Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Merced
12h 5m
Bus, BART
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Petaluma
2. Take the bus from Copeland St Transit Mall to Mission St & 2nd St101
3. Take the subway from Montgomery Street to Dublin / Pleasanton
4. Take the bus from Dublin/Pleasanton BART to Tracy Transit Station150
5. Take the bus from Tracy Transit Center to Merced Bus Stop
13h 15m
Fly Arcata-Eureka Airport to San Francisco International Airport, BART, bus
1. Fly from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)ACV - SFO
2. Take the subway from Daly City to Dublin / Pleasanton
3. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi
4. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Merced Bus Stop
8h 20m
$82–370
Bus to Crescent City, fly to Oakland International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Arcata Transit Center to Cultural Center Transit Hub
2. Fly from Crescent City (CEC) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)CEC - OAK
3. Take the bus from BART Dublin Station to Bay C - Modesto Transit Center - 2nd exi
4. Take the bus from Modesto Bus Stop to Merced Bus Stop
8h 57m
$211–322

Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) flights

56Weekly Planes

6h 33mAverage Duration

$133Cheapest Price

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Distance: 416.9 mi
Duration: 11h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Arcata to Merced via Vallejo Transit Center and Sacramento Bus Station in around 12h 5m.

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