What is the cheapest way to get from Atascadero to Santa Monica?

The cheapest way to get from Atascadero to Santa Monica is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Atascadero to Santa Monica?

The fastest way to get from Atascadero to Santa Monica is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Atascadero and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct bus from Atascadero to Santa Monica. However, there are services departing from El Camino Real & Traffic Way and arriving at 5th / Santa Monica via Paso Robles Amtrak Station, Santa Barbara Bus Stop and Patsaouras Transit Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Atascadero and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct train from Atascadero to Santa Monica station. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Downtown Santa Monica Station via Little Tokyo / Arts District Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 35m.

How far is it from Atascadero to Santa Monica?

The distance between Atascadero and Santa Monica is 265 miles. The road distance is 192.7 miles.

How do I travel from Atascadero to Santa Monica without a car?

The best way to get from Atascadero to Santa Monica without a car is to train via Santa Barbara at Church which takes 9h 35m and costs $60 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Atascadero to Santa Monica?

It takes approximately 9h 35m to get from Atascadero to Santa Monica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Atascadero to Santa Monica bus from?

Atascadero to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Paso Robles Amtrak Station.

Where do I catch the Atascadero to Santa Monica train from?

Atascadero to Santa Monica train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Train or bus from Atascadero to Santa Monica?

The best way to get from Atascadero to Santa Monica is to train via Santa Barbara at Church which takes 9h 35m and costs $60 - $140. Alternatively, you can bus and line 33 bus, which costs $55 - $95 and takes 10h 32m.

Where does the Atascadero to Santa Monica bus arrive?

Atascadero to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Where does the Atascadero to Santa Monica train arrive?

Atascadero to Santa Monica train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Atascadero to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Atascadero to Santa Monica is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Atascadero to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 3179+ hotels available in Santa Monica.

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There are 5 ways to get from Atascadero to Santa Monica by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), car, bus, or plane

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Train via Santa Barbara at Church (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
9h 35m
$61–139
Drive 191.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Atascadero to Santa Monicacar 191.5 mi
3h 49m
$35–51
Bus, line 33 bus
1. Take the bus from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Santa Barbarabus
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Patsaouras Transit Plaza to 5th / Santa Monicabus 33
10h 32m
$57–92
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from El Camino Real & Entrada to Government Centerbus
2. Fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SBP - LAX
5h 45m
$237–501
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Van Nuystrain Coast Starlight
9h 59m
$64–145

Atascadero to Santa Monica by bus

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Distance: 263.3 mi
Duration: 9h 35m

What companies run services between Atascadero, CA, USA and Santa Monica, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles 4 times a day. Tickets cost $55–130 and the journey takes 5h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Camino Real & Traffic Way to 5th / Santa Monica via North County Transit Center, Paso Robles Amtrak Station, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Bus Stop, and Patsaouras Transit Plaza in around 10h 32m.

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