What is the cheapest way to get from Altadena to San Luis Obispo?

The cheapest way to get from Altadena to San Luis Obispo is to bus which costs $30 - $60 and takes 5h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Altadena to San Luis Obispo?

The fastest way to get from Altadena to San Luis Obispo is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Altadena and San Luis Obispo?

No, there is no direct bus from Altadena to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from Altadena / Lake and arriving at San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum via Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Altadena and San Luis Obispo?

No, there is no direct train from Altadena station to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from Memorial Park Station and arriving at San Luis Obispo via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Altadena to San Luis Obispo?

The distance between Altadena and San Luis Obispo is 207 miles. The road distance is 193 miles.

How do I travel from Altadena to San Luis Obispo without a car?

The best way to get from Altadena to San Luis Obispo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 49m and costs $30 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Altadena to San Luis Obispo?

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Altadena to San Luis Obispo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altadena to San Luis Obispo bus from?

Altadena to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by FlixBus-us, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the Altadena to San Luis Obispo train from?

Altadena to San Luis Obispo train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Altadena to San Luis Obispo?

The best way to get from Altadena to San Luis Obispo is to bus which takes 5h 49m and costs $30 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $160 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Altadena to San Luis Obispo bus arrive?

Altadena to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by FlixBus-us, arrive at San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum station.

Where does the Altadena to San Luis Obispo train arrive?

Altadena to San Luis Obispo train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Luis Obispo station.

Can I drive from Altadena to San Luis Obispo?

Yes, the driving distance between Altadena to San Luis Obispo is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Altadena to San Luis Obispo.

Where can I stay near San Luis Obispo?

There are 278+ hotels available in San Luis Obispo.

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There are 5 ways to get from Altadena to San Luis Obispo by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, bus, tram, or plane

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best
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Luis Obispo Railroad Museumbus FlixBus 2005
5h 49m
$34–59
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispotrain Coast Starlight / ...
6h 46m
$74–154
Drive 191.9 mi
1. Drive from Altadena to San Luis Obispocar 191.9 mi
3h 34m
$35–51
Line 662 bus, tram, fly
1. Take the bus from Altadena / Lake to Raymond / Del Marbus
2. Take the tram from Del Mar Station to Union Station - Metro A-Linetram
3. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)plane LAX - SBP
4h 55m
$232–459
Bus via San Luis Obispo
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispobus Ans 6238
7h 9m

Altadena to San Luis Obispo by bus and tram

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5h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 205.3 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between Altadena, CA, USA and San Luis Obispo, CA, USA?

FlixBus-us operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum 4 times a week, and the journey takes 3h 55m. Flixbus USA also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo 4 times a day. Tickets cost $70–150 and the journey takes 5h 1m.

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