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

The cheapest way to get from Seattle to Arcata is to bus which costs $85 - $160 and takes 16h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Seattle to Arcata is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs $250 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Seattle and Arcata?

No, there is no direct bus from Seattle station to Arcata. However, there are services departing from Seattle Bus Station and arriving at Arcata Transit Center via Newman United Methodist - Grants Pass and Grocery Outlet. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 11m.

How far is it from Seattle to Arcata?

The distance between Seattle and Arcata is 485 miles. The road distance is 578.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Seattle to Arcata without a car is to bus which takes 16h 11m and costs $85 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Seattle to Arcata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Seattle to Arcata bus from?

Seattle to Arcata bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Seattle Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Seattle to Arcata?

The best way to get from Seattle to Arcata is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs $250 - $390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $160 and takes 16h 11m.

Where does the Seattle to Arcata bus arrive?

Seattle to Arcata bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Grants Pass station.

Can I drive from Seattle to Arcata?

Yes, the driving distance between Seattle to Arcata is 579 miles. It takes approximately 10h 38m to drive from Seattle to Arcata.

Where can I stay near Arcata?

There are 70+ hotels available in Arcata.

Seattle to Arcata - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Seattle to Arcata by plane, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), train, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus, Amtrak)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)plane SEA - ACV
4h 53m
$254–386
Bus via Eugene
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seattle Bus Station to Eugenebus
2. Take the bus from Eugene U of O to Newman United Methodist Church - Grants Passbus
3. Take the bus from Newman United Methodist - Grants Pass to Crescent City Cultural Center/CoCbus
4. Take the bus from Grocery Outlet to Arcata Transit Centerbus 20
17h 51m
$79–173
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seattle Bus Station to Grants Passbus
2. Take the bus from Newman United Methodist - Grants Pass to Crescent City Cultural Center/CoCbus
3. Take the bus from Grocery Outlet to Arcata Transit Centerbus 20
16h 11m
$85–160
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Seattle to Redding Amtraktrain
2. Take the bus from RABA Downtown Passenger Terminal to SR 299 & Martin Rd.bus
3. Take the bus from SR 299 & Martin Rd. to Willow Creek @ SR 299 & 96bus
4. Take the bus from Hwy 96 & Hwy 299 - Willow Creek to Arcata Transit Centerbus
23h 5m
$189–403
Drive 575.5 mi
1. Drive from Seattle to Arcatacar 575.5 mi
10h 38m
$105–152

Seattle to Arcata by bus

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Distance: 481.9 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Seattle, WA, USA and Arcata, CA, USA?

Alaska Airlines, Inc. flies from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seattle Bus Station to Arcata Transit Center via Grants Pass, Newman United Methodist - Grants Pass, Crescent City Cultural Center/CoC, and Grocery Outlet in around 16h 11m.

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