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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Arcata, CA to San Rafael, CA
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$105
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$107
Fastest journey on Sep 20
7 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
7 h 30 m
Buses on Sep 20
2
Distance
348 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Arcata, CA to San Rafael, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Arcata, CA to San Rafael, CA will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
It's difficult to get from Arcata, CA to San Rafael, CA without transferring at least once.
9:50 AM7h35Arcata, CA5:25 PMSan Rafael, CA$1051One-way1 transfer- 7:00 AM7h25Arcata, CA2:25 PMSan Rafael, CA$1091One-way1 transfer
- 7:00 AM7h25Arcata, CA2:25 PMSan Rafael, CA$1091One-way1 transfer
- 9:50 AM7h35Arcata, CA5:25 PMSan Rafael, CA$1051One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus for Arcata, CA to San Rafael, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Arcata, CA to San Rafael, CA among Omio's users.
Distance: 216 miles (348 km)
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$54 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
4h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
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Arcata, CA to San Rafael, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 10:47PM | Duration 8h27 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 11:47PM | Duration 8h27 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $59 |
Live departures
Arcata, CA to San Rafael, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Arcata, CA to San Rafael, CA buses for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:00 AM Arcata, CA | 7h25 | 2:25 PM San Rafael, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 9:50 AM Arcata, CA | 7h35 | 5:25 PM San Rafael, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Arcata, CA to San Rafael, CA
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Take a bus from Arcata, CA to San Rafael, CA and enjoy the approximately 216 miles (348 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 06:50, the last at 12:37.
Distance 216 miles (348 km) |
First bus 6:50 AM |
Last bus 12:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Bus from Arcata, CA to San Rafael, CA
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