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

The cheapest way to get from Avila Beach to San Jose is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Avila Beach to San Jose is to fly and Caltrain which takes 2h 39m and costs $190 - $470.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Avila Beach to San Jose. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at San Jose via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Avila Beach to San Jose. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at San Jose via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Avila Beach to San Jose?

The distance between Avila Beach and San Jose is 200 miles. The road distance is 194.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Avila Beach to San Jose without a car is to bus which takes 4h 12m and costs $100 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Avila Beach to San Jose, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Avila Beach to San Jose?

The best way to get from Avila Beach to San Jose is to bus which takes 4h 12m and costs $100 - $140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $190 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Avila Beach to San Jose bus arrive?

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

Where does the Avila Beach to San Jose train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Avila Beach to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Avila Beach to San Jose is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Avila Beach to San Jose.

Where can I stay near San Jose?

There are 432+ hotels available in San Jose.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 12m
$101–138
Drive 193.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Avila Beach to San Josecar 193.2 mi
3h 25m
$36–51
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
4h 53m
$101–183
Fly, Caltrain
1. Fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SBP - SFO
2. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain
2h 39m
$199–462

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

19Weekly Planes

1h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 198.6 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from San Luis Obispo to San Jose 4 times a day. Tickets cost $65–95 and the journey takes 4h. American Star Tours also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Luis Obispo to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $65–140 and the journey takes 4h 41m.

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