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Arcata to Eureka Bus Schedule
Bus from Arcata to Eureka: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Arcata to Eureka. Traveling by bus from Arcata to Eureka usually takes around 25 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Thruway bus can make the trip in 20 minutes.
| Distance | 6 mi (10 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 20m |
| Cheapest price | RON 26.45 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Arcata to Eureka?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Arcata to Eureka. Amtrak Thruway is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 2 | 0h 25m | RON 26.45 |
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. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Arcata to Eureka start at RON 26. On average, there are 2 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Arcata to Eureka
The bus takes an average of 25 minutes to cover the 6 miles from Arcata to Eureka. However, the fastest bus only takes 20 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00am. To see the times for all buses from Arcata to Eureka, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Arcata to Eureka. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Arcata to Eureka; ticket prices start at RON 26.45.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Arcata?
Main departure station: Humboldt State University
Arcata has two bus stations with service to Eureka.
All bus stations in Arcata:
Humboldt State University
925 E St Transit Ctr
Where does the bus arrive in Eureka?
Main arrival station: 6th St and C St Bus Stop behind Denny's
All buses from Arcata arrive at one main station in Eureka.
All bus stations in Eureka:
6th St and C St Bus Stop behind Denny's
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