What is the cheapest way to get from Arcata to San Rafael?

The cheapest way to get from Arcata to San Rafael is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arcata to San Rafael?

The fastest way to get from Arcata to San Rafael is to fly and bus which takes 4h 31m and costs $290 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Arcata and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Arcata to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Arcata and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A via Copeland St Transit Mall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Arcata to San Rafael?

The distance between Arcata and San Rafael is 267 miles. The road distance is 263.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Arcata to San Rafael without a car is to bus which takes 7h 6m and costs $75 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Arcata to San Rafael?

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Arcata to San Rafael, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arcata to San Rafael bus from?

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

Where does the Arcata to San Rafael bus arrive?

Arcata to San Rafael bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Petaluma station.

Can I drive from Arcata to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Arcata to San Rafael is 264 miles. It takes approximately 4h 48m to drive from Arcata to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 460+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Arcata to San Rafael - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Arcata to San Rafael by bus (Amtrak), car, plane, or bus

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

Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Arcata to Petalumabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 6m
$77–126
Drive 262.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Arcata to San Rafaelcar 262.2 mi
4h 48m
$48–70
Fly Arcata-Eureka Airport to San Francisco International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane ACV - SFO
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Larkspur - dropoffbus
4h 31m
$294–784
Bus to Crescent City, fly to Oakland International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Arcata Transit Center to Cultural Center Transit Hubbus
2. Fly from Crescent City (CEC) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane CEC - OAK
3. Take the bus from Oakland International Airport to San Rafaelbus
6h 14m
$182–342

Arcata to San Rafael by bus (Amtrak)

7Weekly Buses

7h 6mAverage Duration

$77Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Arcata to San Rafael.

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Distance: 265.9 mi
Duration: 7h 6m

What companies run services between Arcata, CA, USA and San Rafael, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Arcata to Petaluma once daily. Tickets cost $70–120 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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