Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Petaluma, CA | Humboldt State University | ||||
| Bus | Petaluma, CA | Greyhound Station | ||||
| Bus | Petaluma, CA | Greyhound Station | ||||
| Bus | Petaluma, CA | Humboldt State University | ||||
| Bus | Petaluma, CA | Humboldt State University |
Get from Petaluma to Arcata
The journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 686, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 6476 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 686
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Petaluma to Arcata by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Petaluma to Arcata?
The cheapest bus tickets from Petaluma to Arcata start from ZAR 686. The average price for this route is around ZAR 686. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Petaluma to Arcata?
The average bus travel time from Petaluma to Arcata is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 319 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Petaluma to Arcata route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Petaluma to Arcata?
The earliest bus departs from Petaluma to Arcata at 12:05pm. And the latest bus departs at 3:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Petaluma to Arcata?
A bus trip from Petaluma to Arcata generates an estimated 7.953 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Petaluma to Arcata was searched and found on Sep 7, 2026 with a price of ZAR 643To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Petaluma to Arcata, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ZAR 643 to ZAR 660 for a bus ticket from Petaluma to Arcata based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 643 which is on 2026-09-07.
