What is the cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to Morro Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to Morro Bay is to bus which costs $11 - $17 and takes 6h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carpinteria to Morro Bay?

The fastest way to get from Carpinteria to Morro Bay is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Carpinteria and Morro Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Carpinteria to Morro Bay. However, there are services departing from Carpinteria Ave at Eugenia Pl and arriving at Morro Bay Park via Pueblo at Castillo, Santa Maria Transit Center and Government Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Carpinteria and Morro Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Carpinteria station to Morro Bay. However, there are services departing from Carpinteria Station and arriving at San Luis Obispo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Carpinteria to Morro Bay?

The distance between Carpinteria and Morro Bay is 145 miles. The road distance is 115.7 miles.

How do I travel from Carpinteria to Morro Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Carpinteria to Morro Bay without a car is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs $40 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Carpinteria to Morro Bay?

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Carpinteria to Morro Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carpinteria to Morro Bay bus from?

Carpinteria to Morro Bay bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, depart from Pueblo at Castillo station.

Where do I catch the Carpinteria to Morro Bay train from?

Carpinteria to Morro Bay train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Carpinteria Station.

Train or bus from Carpinteria to Morro Bay?

The best way to get from Carpinteria to Morro Bay is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs $40 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $11 - $17 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Carpinteria to Morro Bay bus arrive?

Carpinteria to Morro Bay bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, arrive at Santa Maria Transit Center station.

Where does the Carpinteria to Morro Bay train arrive?

Carpinteria to Morro Bay train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Luis Obispo station.

Can I drive from Carpinteria to Morro Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Carpinteria to Morro Bay is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Carpinteria to Morro Bay.

Where can I stay near Morro Bay?

There are 224+ hotels available in Morro Bay.

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There are 4 ways to get from Carpinteria to Morro Bay by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Carpinteria Station to San Luis Obispotrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 54m
$45–89
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pueblo at Castillo to Santa Maria Transit Centerbus Midday
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Government Centerbus 10N
6h 54m
$12–17
Drive 115 mi
1. Drive from Carpinteria to Morro Baycar 115 mi
2h 15m
$21–31
Line 20 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Carpinteria & Eugenia to Transit Centerbus 20
2. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to San Luis Obispobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 22m
$38–59

Carpinteria to Morro Bay by bus

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6h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 143.7 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Carpinteria, CA, USA and Morro Bay, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Carpinteria Station to San Luis Obispo 3 times a day. Tickets cost $40–85 and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carpinteria Ave at Eugenia Pl to Morro Bay Park via Bath and Pueblo NB, Pueblo at Castillo, Santa Maria Transit Center, and Government Center in around 6h 54m.

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