What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo)?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo)?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo)?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo). However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at San Luis Obispo Amtrak Bus Stop via Santa Barbara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo)?

The distance between Bakersfield and The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) is 270 miles. The road distance is 122.6 miles.

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo)?

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) bus from?

Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bakersfield station.

Where does the Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) bus arrive?

Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo)?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo).

Where can I stay near The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo)?

There are 273+ hotels available in The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo).

Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo)

Q: How do I travel from Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) without a car is to bus which takes 7h 10m and costs $85 - $130.

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There are 3 ways to get from Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) by bus (Amtrak), bus, train, or car

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Santa Barbarabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 10m
$88–129
Drive 121.9 mi
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1. Drive from Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo)car 121.9 mi
2h 32m
$23–33
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Oxnardbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Oxnard to San Luis Obispotrain Coast Starlight / ...
8h 7m
$86–166

Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) by bus and foot (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

7h 10mAverage Duration

$88Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo).

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Distance: 268.5 mi
Duration: 7h 10m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo), CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Bakersfield to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) via Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Amtrak Bus Stop in around 7h 10m.

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