Route 20 – Smith River / Crescent City / Eureka

Route 20 – Smith River to Eureka

Part of North State Express Route 101

Operates Monday–Saturday

Route 20 connects Smith River and Eureka, providing local service and seamless regional travel as part of North State Express Route 101, extending to Santa Rosa.

Timed Transfers & Regional Connections:

• Smith River

  • Monday–Saturday connection to Curry Public Transit Coastal Express (Brookings/Oregon Coast). Call 1-800-921-2871.

• Crescent City (Cultural Center Hub)

  • Monday–Saturday connection to Southwest Point Transit (Grants Pass, Medford, Klamath Falls). Call 1-888-900-2609.

• Arcata & Eureka

  • Daily connections available:

    • Humboldt Transit Authority (HTA) (Mon–Sat at Eureka Transit Hub on H & 3rd Streets)

    • Amtrak

    • Redwood Transit System

    • Arcata Mad River Transit

    • Eureka Transit

    • North State Express Route 101 (Del Norte, Humboldt, Mendocino, & Sonoma Counties – a collaborative partnership with Humboldt, Mendocino, and Lake Transit)

Rider Benefits & Information:

• Ride Free Program:
  Youth (5–18), College Students, Seniors (65+), Disabled individuals, and Veterans with valid ID ride free (while grant funds last).

• Convenient Flag Stops:
  In addition to regular stops, drivers can stop at safe locations upon request. To reserve a flag stop or confirm a safe waiting spot, call RCTA at (707) 308-7433.

• Accessibility & Luggage:
  All buses are wheelchair accessible. Limit luggage to two large suitcases or what you can comfortably carry.

Regional Connections Map & Schedule:

View Current North State Express Route 101 Map & Schedule (.pdf)

Always verify schedules with connecting agencies before traveling.