What is the cheapest way to get from Avila Beach to Petaluma?

The cheapest way to get from Avila Beach to Petaluma is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 4h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Avila Beach to Petaluma?

The fastest way to get from Avila Beach to Petaluma is to fly and bus which takes 3h 42m and costs $210 - $410.

Is there a direct bus between Avila Beach and Petaluma?

No, there is no direct bus from Avila Beach to Petaluma. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Petaluma Blvd S & G St via San Jose Diridon Station and Perry St & 3rd St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

How far is it from Avila Beach to Petaluma?

The distance between Avila Beach and Petaluma is 255 miles. The road distance is 277 miles.

How do I travel from Avila Beach to Petaluma without a car?

The best way to get from Avila Beach to Petaluma without a car is to train and Caltrain and bus which takes 8h 49m and costs $180 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Avila Beach to Petaluma?

It takes approximately 3h 42m to get from Avila Beach to Petaluma, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Avila Beach to Petaluma bus from?

Avila Beach to Petaluma bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Where does the Avila Beach to Petaluma bus arrive?

Avila Beach to Petaluma bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Avila Beach to Petaluma?

Yes, the driving distance between Avila Beach to Petaluma is 277 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Avila Beach to Petaluma.

Where can I stay near Petaluma?

There are 15+ hotels available in Petaluma.

Avila Beach to Petaluma - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and Caltrain

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There are 5 ways to get from Avila Beach to Petaluma by plane, bus, train, bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), or car

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Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SBP - SFO
2. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Petalumabus
3h 42m
$219–406
Drive 275.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Avila Beach to Petalumacar 275.3 mi
4h 51m
$49–71
Train, Caltrain, bus
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to San Josetrain
2. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain
3. Take the bus from San Francisco Airport to Petalumabus
8h 49m
$181–281
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to San Josebus
2. Take the bus from San Jose Diridon Station to San Franciscobus
3. Take the bus from Perry St & 3rd St to Petaluma Blvd S & G Stbus 172
8h 51m
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Martineztrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Martinez to Petalumabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
9h 31m

San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) flights

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Map of how to get from Avila Beach to Petaluma.

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Distance: 253.2 mi
Duration: 3h 42m

What companies run services between Avila Beach, CA, USA and Petaluma, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Avila Beach to Petaluma Blvd S & G St via San Luis Obispo, San Jose, San Jose Diridon Station, San Francisco, and Perry St & 3rd St in around 8h 51m.

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