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

The cheapest way to get from Carson to San Luis Obispo is to bus which costs $30 - $60 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carson to San Luis Obispo is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Carson and San Luis Obispo?

No, there is no direct bus from Carson to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from Harbor Fwy / Carson and arriving at San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum via Olive / 5th and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Carson and San Luis Obispo?

No, there is no direct train from Carson station to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from Pershing Square Station and arriving at San Luis Obispo via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Carson to San Luis Obispo?

The distance between Carson and San Luis Obispo is 215 miles. The road distance is 199.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carson to San Luis Obispo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 49m and costs $30 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Carson to San Luis Obispo, including transfers.

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

Carson to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by FlixBus-us, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the Carson to San Luis Obispo train from?

Carson to San Luis Obispo train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Carson to San Luis Obispo?

The best way to get from Carson to San Luis Obispo is to bus which takes 5h 49m and costs $30 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $160 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Carson to San Luis Obispo bus arrive?

Carson to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by FlixBus-us, arrive at San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum station.

Where does the Carson to San Luis Obispo train arrive?

Carson to San Luis Obispo train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Luis Obispo station.

Can I drive from Carson to San Luis Obispo?

Yes, the driving distance between Carson to San Luis Obispo is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Carson to San Luis Obispo.

Where can I stay near San Luis Obispo?

There are 265+ hotels available in San Luis Obispo.

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There are 5 ways to get from Carson to San Luis Obispo by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, bus, tram, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Luis Obispo Railroad Museumbus FlixBus 2005
5h 49m
$33–58
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispotrain Coast Starlight / ...
6h 52m
$74–154
Drive 197.9 mi
1. Drive from Carson to San Luis Obispocar 197.9 mi
3h 39m
$37–53
Bus, tram, fly
1. Take the bus from Harbor Fwy / Carson to Harbor Transitway / Harbor Fwy Stationbus
2. Take the tram from Harbor Freeway Station to LAX / Metro Transit Centertram
3. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)plane LAX - SBP
4h 4m
$225–448
Bus via San Luis Obispo
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispobus Ans 6238
7h 6m

Carson to San Luis Obispo by bus

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Distance: 213.8 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

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

FlixBus-us operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum 4 times a week, and the journey takes 3h 55m. Flixbus USA also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo 4 times a day. Tickets cost $70–150 and the journey takes 5h 1m.

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