What is the cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to San Simeon?

The cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to San Simeon is to bus which costs $12 - $19 and takes 8h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carpinteria to San Simeon?

The fastest way to get from Carpinteria to San Simeon is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs $25 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Carpinteria and San Simeon?

No, there is no direct bus from Carpinteria to San Simeon. However, there are services departing from Carpinteria Ave at Eugenia Pl and arriving at Castillo @ Quality Inn via Pueblo at Castillo, Santa Maria Transit Center, Government Center and Morro Bay Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

How far is it from Carpinteria to San Simeon?

The distance between Carpinteria and San Simeon is 172 miles. The road distance is 141.3 miles.

How do I travel from Carpinteria to San Simeon without a car?

The best way to get from Carpinteria to San Simeon without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 38m and costs $45 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Carpinteria to San Simeon?

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Carpinteria to San Simeon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carpinteria to San Simeon bus from?

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

Where does the Carpinteria to San Simeon bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carpinteria to San Simeon?

Yes, the driving distance between Carpinteria to San Simeon is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Carpinteria to San Simeon.

Where can I stay near San Simeon?

There are 171+ hotels available in San Simeon.

Carpinteria to San Simeon - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Carpinteria to San Simeon by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Carpinteria Station to San Luis Obispotrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Morro Bay Park to Castillo @ Quality Innbus 15N
7h 38m
$45–91
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pueblo at Castillo to Santa Maria Transit Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Government Centerbus 10N
3. Take the bus from Morro Bay Park to Castillo @ Quality Innbus 15N
8h 38m
$13–19
Drive 140.4 mi
1. Drive from Carpinteria to San Simeoncar 140.4 mi
2h 46m
$26–37

Carpinteria to San Simeon by bus

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8h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 170.8 mi
Duration: 7h 38m

What companies run services between Carpinteria, CA, USA and San Simeon, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Carpinteria Ave at Eugenia Pl to Castillo @ Quality Inn via Bath and Pueblo NB, Pueblo at Castillo, Santa Maria Transit Center, Government Center, and Morro Bay Park in around 8h 38m.

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