What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Rosa to Blue Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Rosa to Blue Lake is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Rosa to Blue Lake?

The fastest way to get from Santa Rosa to Blue Lake is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Rosa and Blue Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Rosa to Blue Lake. However, there are services departing from Santa Rosa Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Greenwood Ave via Arcata Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Santa Rosa to Blue Lake?

The distance between Santa Rosa and Blue Lake is 236 miles. The road distance is 234 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Rosa to Blue Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Rosa to Blue Lake without a car is to bus which takes 6h 25m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Santa Rosa to Blue Lake?

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Santa Rosa to Blue Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Rosa to Blue Lake bus from?

Santa Rosa to Blue Lake bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Rosa Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Santa Rosa to Blue Lake bus arrive?

Santa Rosa to Blue Lake bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Arcata station.

Can I drive from Santa Rosa to Blue Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Rosa to Blue Lake is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Santa Rosa to Blue Lake.

Where can I stay near Blue Lake?

There are 91+ hotels available in Blue Lake.

Santa Rosa to Blue Lake - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Santa Rosa to Blue Lake 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 Santa Rosa Amtrak Bus Stop to ArcataAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 25m
Drive 232.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Rosa to Blue Lake232.7 mi
4h 16m
$43–62
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Santa Rosa to San Francisco Airport
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)SFO - ACV
6h 57m
$98–613
Bus via Ukiah
1. Take the bus from 2nd Street Transit Mall to Pear Tree Center - Ross65
2. Take the bus from Ukiah Amtrak Bus Stop to ArcataAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 55m

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 Santa Rosa to Blue Lake.

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Distance: 234.7 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Santa Rosa, CA, USA and Blue Lake, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Santa Rosa Amtrak Bus Stop to Arcata once daily, and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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