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

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to Arcata is to drive which costs $200 - $300 and takes 19h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tucson to Arcata is to fly which takes 7h 56m and costs $310 - $850.

How far is it from Tucson to Arcata?

The distance between Tucson and Arcata is 978 miles. The road distance is 1136.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tucson to Arcata without a car is to train and bus which takes 31h 23m and costs $400 - $800.

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

It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Tucson to Arcata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Arcata bus from?

Tucson to Arcata bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Tucson Downtown station.

Bus or fly from Tucson to Arcata?

The best way to get from Tucson to Arcata is to fly which takes 7h 56m and costs $310 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $230 - $410 and takes 31h 50m.

Where does the Tucson to Arcata bus arrive?

Tucson to Arcata bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station.

Can I drive from Tucson to Arcata?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to Arcata is 1137 miles. It takes approximately 19h 11m to drive from Tucson to Arcata.

Where can I stay near Arcata?

There are 65+ hotels available in Arcata.

Tucson to Arcata - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Tucson and Arcata?

No, there is no direct bus from Tucson to Arcata. However, there are services departing from Broadway/Country Club and arriving at Arcata via Tucson Downtown, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station, Los Angeles Union Station, Fremont St & Mission St and Petaluma. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 50m.

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There are 6 ways to get from Tucson to Arcata by plane, train, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound, Amtrak), or car

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Fly from Tucson
best
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)plane TUS - ACV
7h 56m
$311–803
Drive 1,130.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tucson to Arcatacar 1,130.3 mi
19h 11m
$207–298
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Los Angelestrain
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Martineztrain
3. Take the bus from Martinez to Arcatabus
31h 23m
$401–797
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tucson Downtown to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Francisco Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Fremont St & Mission St to Copeland St Transit Mallbus 172
5. Take the bus from Petaluma to Arcatabus
31h 50m
$230–401
Bus to Phoenix, fly
1. Take the bus from University of Phoenix to Sky Harbor International Airportbus
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV)plane PHX - ACV
8h 41m
$456–689
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tucson to San Jose - King Rd Pink Elephantbus
2. Take the train from Santa Clara Amtrak to Martineztrain
3. Take the bus from Martinez to Arcatabus
32h 19m
$230–355

Tucson to Arcata by train and bus (Amtrak)

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31h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 972.8 mi
Duration: 7h 56m

What companies run services between Tucson, AZ, USA and Arcata, CA, USA?

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc., and two other airlines fly from Tucson (TUS) to Arcata-Eureka Airport (ACV) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broadway/Country Club to Arcata via Downtown Ronstadt Center, Tucson Downtown, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station, Los Angeles Union Station, San Francisco Bus Station, Fremont St & Mission St, and Petaluma in around 31h 50m.

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