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

The cheapest way to get from Aptos to San Luis Obispo is to bus via King City which costs $12 - $25 and takes 9h.

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

The fastest way to get from Aptos to San Luis Obispo is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs $28 - $45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Aptos to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from Soquel Dr & Trout Gulch Rd and arriving at San Luis Obispo via Watsonville Transit Center / Lane 2 and Salinas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Aptos to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from Salinas and arriving at San Luis Obispo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Aptos to San Luis Obispo?

The distance between Aptos and San Luis Obispo is 162 miles. The road distance is 155.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aptos to San Luis Obispo without a car is to bus which takes 6h 24m and costs $40 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Aptos to San Luis Obispo, including transfers.

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

Aptos to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

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

Aptos to San Luis Obispo train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Train or bus from Aptos to San Luis Obispo?

The best way to get from Aptos to San Luis Obispo is to bus which takes 6h 24m and costs $40 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $110 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Aptos to San Luis Obispo bus arrive?

Aptos to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Luis Obispo station.

Where does the Aptos to San Luis Obispo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aptos to San Luis Obispo?

Yes, the driving distance between Aptos to San Luis Obispo is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Aptos to San Luis Obispo.

Where can I stay near San Luis Obispo?

There are 287+ hotels available in San Luis Obispo.

Aptos to San Luis Obispo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Aptos to San Luis Obispo by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Salinas to San Luis Obispobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 24m
$44–71
Bus via King City
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to Canal / Bassett Streetbus 23 / ...
2. Take the bus from Canal / Bassett Street to North County Transportation Ctr / Paso Roblesbus 84
3. Take the bus from North County Transit Center to Government Centerbus 9S
9h
$12–25
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Luis Obispotrain Coast Starlight
6h 32m
$44–101
Drive 154.2 mi
1. Drive from Aptos to San Luis Obispocar 154.2 mi
2h 46m
$29–41

Aptos to San Luis Obispo by bus and foot (Amtrak)

28Weekly Services

6h 24mAverage Duration

$44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 161 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Salinas to San Luis Obispo 4 times a day. Tickets cost $40–60 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to San Luis Obispo once daily. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 3h 18m.

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