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

The cheapest way to get from Novato to Arcata is to bus via Ukiah which costs $14 - $40 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Novato to Arcata is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Novato and Arcata?

No, there is no direct bus from Novato to Arcata. However, there are services departing from Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave and arriving at Arcata via Petaluma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Novato to Arcata?

The distance between Novato and Arcata is 256 miles. The road distance is 252.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Novato to Arcata without a car is to bus which takes 6h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Novato to Arcata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Novato to Arcata bus from?

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

Where does the Novato to Arcata bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Novato to Arcata?

Yes, the driving distance between Novato to Arcata is 252 miles. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Novato to Arcata.

Where can I stay near Arcata?

There are 91+ hotels available in Arcata.

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

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

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 Petaluma to ArcataAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 40m
Bus via Ukiah
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave to Santa Rosa Transit Mall101
2. Take the bus from 2nd Street Transit Mall to Pear Tree Center - Ross65
3. Take the bus from Pear Tree Center - NB Stop to H St & 4th St
8h 30m
$14–37
Drive 250.7 mi
1. Drive from Novato to Arcata250.7 mi
4h 34m
$46–67
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Redwood Blvd & Grant Ave to Mission St & 2nd St
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)SFO - ACV
5h 37m
$92–575

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) flights

27Weekly Planes

1h 23mAverage Duration

$79Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Novato to Arcata.

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Distance: 254.9 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Petaluma to Arcata twice daily, and the journey takes 5h 20m.

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