What is the cheapest way to get from 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo?

The cheapest way to get from 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo is to drive which costs $24 - $40 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo?

The fastest way to get from 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between 17-Mile Drive and San Luis Obispo?

No, there is no direct bus from 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from Tyler / Franklin and arriving at San Luis Obispo via Salinas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between 17-Mile Drive and San Luis Obispo?

No, there is no direct train from 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at San Luis Obispo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo?

The distance between 17-Mile Drive and San Luis Obispo is 158 miles. The road distance is 136.8 miles.

How do I travel from 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo without a car?

The best way to get from 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs $110 - $180.

How long does it take to get from 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo?

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo bus from?

17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from Tyler / Franklin station.

Where do I catch the 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo train from?

17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Train or bus from 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo?

The best way to get from 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs $110 - $180. Alternatively, you can line 20 bus and bus, which costs $60 - $95 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo bus arrive?

17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 station.

Where does the 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo train arrive?

17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Luis Obispo station.

Can I drive from 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo?

Yes, the driving distance between 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo.

Where can I stay near San Luis Obispo?

There are 284+ hotels available in San Luis Obispo.

17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 20 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Luis Obispotrain Coast Starlight
3h 57m
$115–179
Drive 136 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispocar 136 mi
2h 57m
$25–36
Line 20 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Tyler / Franklin to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7bus 20
2. Take the bus from Salinas to San Luis Obispobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 15m
$64–90

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Map of how to get from 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo.

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Distance: 157.4 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between 17-Mile Drive, CA, USA and San Luis Obispo, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to San Luis Obispo once daily. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from 17-Mile Drive to San Luis Obispo via Tyler / Franklin, Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7, and Salinas in around 5h 15m.

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