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How to get to Arcata by bus
- Routes
- 7
- Trips per day
- 12
- bus lines
- 1
- Stations
- 2
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Station Information
Popular bus stations in Arcata:
- 925 E St Transit Ctr
- Humboldt State University
What bus companies travel to Arcata, CA?
Located in California, Arcata is accessible by bus from 7 other cities. You can choose from 12 daily scheduled trips when you search for buses to Arcata on Wanderu. Amtrak Thruway usually has the most buses on any given day.
Looking for other ways to get there? Train tickets to Arcata are also available.
Bus companies serving Arcata
| Bus | Routes | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 7 | 5 hr, 45 min | MX$709.78 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
MX$479.33 is the cheapest price for a bus ticket to Arcata, according to recent searches on Wanderu. You can use our search to check if this price is currently available on buses from your city to Arcata. In the last month, the lowest average price on a route to Arcata was MX$497.77.
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MX$479.33
The most popular bus stations in Arcata are 925 E St Transit Ctr and Humboldt State University. 925 E St Transit Ctr is the busiest, with the most bus arrivals.
The closest airport to Arcata is Murray Field (EKA), located 4.7 miles from the city center of Arcata.
Arcata ranks number 54 among the most popular bus destinations in California. Arcata ranks number 467 among bus destinations in the country. Arcata ranks number 89 in California by the number of places connected to it by bus. There are 12 direct bus schedules arriving in Arcata each day.
The population of Arcata is 17,843. It ranks number 106 by population in California. It ranks number 779 by population in the country.
A 60 to 200 mile bus trip to Arcata starts at MX$479.33. A longer trip by bus to Arcata can be as cheap as MX$774.30.
People who take the bus to Arcata are most often visiting their families or loved ones. With frequent schedules, the ability to book and hop on a bus last minute make taking a bus to Arcata easy whether you’re planning a trip far in advance or need some quality time with loved ones at the last minute.
The closest bus station to the city center of Arcata is 925 E St Transit Ctr, located just 0.1 miles away. Select 925 E St Transit Ctr as your arrival if your plans call for exploring the downtown area of Arcata. Search on Wanderu and in the search results you can filter travel options by arriving or departing station.
| Departure | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Ukiah | 3 hr, 27 min | MX$497.77 |
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