What is the cheapest way to get from Arroyo Grande to Watsonville?

The cheapest way to get from Arroyo Grande to Watsonville is to bus via King City which costs $11 - $19 and takes 8h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arroyo Grande to Watsonville?

The fastest way to get from Arroyo Grande to Watsonville is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Arroyo Grande and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct bus from Arroyo Grande to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from Halcyon Park & Ride and arriving at Rodriguez / Second via Downtown Transit Center, San Luis Obispo and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Arroyo Grande and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct train from Arroyo Grande to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Salinas via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from Arroyo Grande to Watsonville?

The distance between Arroyo Grande and Watsonville is 170 miles. The road distance is 161.6 miles.

How do I travel from Arroyo Grande to Watsonville without a car?

The best way to get from Arroyo Grande to Watsonville without a car is to bus which takes 7h 11m and costs $45 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Arroyo Grande to Watsonville?

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Arroyo Grande to Watsonville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arroyo Grande to Watsonville bus from?

Arroyo Grande to Watsonville bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Where do I catch the Arroyo Grande to Watsonville train from?

Arroyo Grande to Watsonville train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Train or bus from Arroyo Grande to Watsonville?

The best way to get from Arroyo Grande to Watsonville is to bus which takes 7h 11m and costs $45 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $100 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Arroyo Grande to Watsonville bus arrive?

Arroyo Grande to Watsonville bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Where does the Arroyo Grande to Watsonville train arrive?

Arroyo Grande to Watsonville train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Can I drive from Arroyo Grande to Watsonville?

Yes, the driving distance between Arroyo Grande to Watsonville is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Arroyo Grande to Watsonville.

Where can I stay near Watsonville?

There are 188+ hotels available in Watsonville.

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There are 4 ways to get from Arroyo Grande to Watsonville by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to Salinasbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 11m
$45–74
Bus via King City
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Government Center to North County Transit Centerbus 9N
2. Take the bus from North County Transportation Ctr / Paso Robles to Canal / Bassett Streetbus 84
3. Take the bus from Canal / Bassett Street to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9bus 23 / ...
8h 44m
$11–19
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
7h 26m
$45–99
Drive 160.7 mi
1. Drive from Arroyo Grande to Watsonvillecar 160.7 mi
2h 51m
$30–43

Arroyo Grande to Watsonville by bus

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8h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.1 mi
Duration: 7h 11m

What companies run services between Arroyo Grande, CA, USA and Watsonville, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from San Luis Obispo to Salinas 4 times a day. Tickets cost $40–65 and the journey takes 2h 50m. American Star Tours also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Luis Obispo to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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