What is the cheapest way to get from Avila Beach to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Avila Beach to San Diego is to drive which costs $55 - $80 and takes 5h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Avila Beach to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Avila Beach to San Diego is to fly which takes 1h 25m and costs $200 - $400.

Is there a direct bus between Avila Beach and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Avila Beach to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and arriving at San Diego via Transit Center, Santa Maria Airport, CA and LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Avila Beach and San Diego?

No, there is no direct train from Avila Beach to San Diego. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at San Diego via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 7m.

How far is it from Avila Beach to San Diego?

The distance between Avila Beach and San Diego is 274 miles. The road distance is 304.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Avila Beach to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 9h 7m and costs $140 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Avila Beach to San Diego?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Avila Beach to San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Avila Beach to San Diego bus from?

Avila Beach to San Diego bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Santa Maria Airport, CA station.

Where do I catch the Avila Beach to San Diego train from?

Avila Beach to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Train, bus or fly from Avila Beach to San Diego?

The best way to get from Avila Beach to San Diego is to fly which takes 1h 25m and costs $200 - $400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $140 - $280 and takes 9h 7m, you could also bus, which costs $170 - $250 and takes 10h 4m.

Where does the Avila Beach to San Diego bus arrive?

Avila Beach to San Diego bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Where does the Avila Beach to San Diego train arrive?

Avila Beach to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego station.

Can I drive from Avila Beach to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Avila Beach to San Diego is 305 miles. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Avila Beach to San Diego.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 2312+ hotels available in San Diego.

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There are 4 ways to get from Avila Beach to San Diego by plane, train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBP - SAN
1h 25m
$204–391
Drive 303 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Avila Beach to San Diegocar 303 mi
5h 27m
$56–80
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to San Diegotrain Pacific Surfliner
9h 7m
$146–273
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San Diegobus reLAXsan
10h 4m
$173–250

San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) flights

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Distance: 271.9 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

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

Alaska Airlines, Inc. flies from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Luis Obispo to San Diego 3 times a day. Tickets cost $110–230 and the journey takes 8h 55m.

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