The cheapest and fastest buses from Eureka, CA to Petaluma, CA
Cheapest price
$97
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
6 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Eureka, CA to Petaluma, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Eureka, CA to Petaluma, CA will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
Of the 2 buses that leave Eureka, CA for Petaluma, CA on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 314 km distance in an average of 6 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 6 h 44 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:10 AM6h44Eureka, CA4:54 PMPetaluma, CA$971One-way1 transfer
7:20 AM5h25Eureka, CA12:45 PMPetaluma, CA$981One-way0 transfers
7:20 AM5h25Eureka, CA12:45 PMPetaluma, CA$981One-way0 transfers
10:10 AM6h44Eureka, CA4:54 PMPetaluma, CA$971One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Eureka, CA to Petaluma, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Eureka, CA to Petaluma, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $97. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $97, and a flight costs an average of $476.
Distance: 195 miles (314 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$97 Average price Cheapest | $476 Average price | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 24m Average total duration Fastest 5h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Eureka, CA to Petaluma, CA:
A bus is $379 (€310) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Eureka, CA to Petaluma, CA costing on average $476 (€390).
Other travel options to Petaluma, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 25m.
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Eureka, CA to Petaluma, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 04:52PM | Duration 6h42 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $97 |
Live departures
Eureka, CA to Petaluma, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Eureka, CA to Petaluma, CA buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:20 AM Eureka, CA | 5h25 | 12:45 PM Petaluma, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:10 AM Eureka, CA | 6h44 | 4:54 PM Petaluma, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Eureka, CA to Petaluma, CA
Buses from Eureka, CA to Petaluma, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $97 (€79) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 11:55, the last at 15:20. The fastest bus covers the 195 miles (314 km) distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 195 miles (314 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $97 (€79) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 25m |
First bus 11:55 AM |
Last bus 3:20 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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FAQs: Bus from Eureka, CA to Petaluma, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Eureka, CA to Petaluma, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Petaluma, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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