What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and San Luis Obispo Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum via Santa Barbara Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station?

The distance between Bakersfield and San Luis Obispo Station is 249 miles. The road distance is 122.6 miles.

How do I travel from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station without a car is to bus via San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum which takes 6h 16m and costs $65 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station?

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station bus from?

Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bakersfield station.

Where does the Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station bus arrive?

Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station?

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Where can I stay near San Luis Obispo Station?

There are 261+ hotels available in San Luis Obispo Station.

Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station by bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), car, bus (Amtrak), bus, or train

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Bus via San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum
best
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Santa Barbarabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to San Luis Obispo Railroad Museumbus FlixBus 2005
6h 16m
$65–96
Drive 121.9 mi
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1. Drive from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Stationcar 121.9 mi
2h 32m
$23–33
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Santa Barbarabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 45m
$87–128
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Santa Barbarabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispotrain Coast Starlight / ...
6h 56m
$87–153

Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station by bus and foot

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6h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 247.7 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and San Luis Obispo Station, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo Station via Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Bus Stop, and San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum in around 6h 16m.

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