What is the cheapest way to get from Indio to Pismo Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Indio to Pismo Beach is to drive which costs $55 - $80 and takes 5h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Indio to Pismo Beach?

The fastest way to get from Indio to Pismo Beach is to drive which takes 5h 20m and costs $55 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Indio and Pismo Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Indio station to Pismo Beach. However, there are services departing from Indio Bus Station and arriving at James Way & Highland via Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles Airport, CA, Santa Maria Public Airport and Santa Maria Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 48m.

How far is it from Indio to Pismo Beach?

The distance between Indio and Pismo Beach is 341 miles. The road distance is 303.2 miles.

How do I travel from Indio to Pismo Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Indio to Pismo Beach without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 32m and costs $90 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Indio to Pismo Beach?

It takes approximately 8h 32m to get from Indio to Pismo Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indio to Pismo Beach bus from?

Indio to Pismo Beach bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Indio Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Indio to Pismo Beach?

The best way to get from Indio to Pismo Beach is to bus which takes 10h 48m and costs $110 - $170. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $330 - $700 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Indio to Pismo Beach bus arrive?

Indio to Pismo Beach bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals.

Can I drive from Indio to Pismo Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Indio to Pismo Beach is 303 miles. It takes approximately 5h 20m to drive from Indio to Pismo Beach.

Where can I stay near Pismo Beach?

There are 202+ hotels available in Pismo Beach.

Indio to Pismo Beach - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Indio to Pismo Beach by bus, train, bus (Flixbus), car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivalsbus FlixBus 2054
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Grover Beach Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
8h 32m
$94–185
Drive 301.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Indio to Pismo Beachcar 301.5 mi
5h 20m
$55–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivalsbus FlixBus 2054
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Maria Airport, CAbus
10h 48m
$115–161
Fly from Palm Springs International Airport
1. Fly from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)plane PSP - SBP
7h 1m
$335–691
Bus, train via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Grover Beach Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
8h 53m
$95–191
Bus, train via San Bernardino
1. Take the bus from Indio, CA to San Bernardino, CAbus
2. Take the train from San Bernardino - Downtown to L.A. Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Los Angeles to Grover Beach Amtraktrain
10h 14m
$106–205
Bus, train #2 (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Indio Amtrak Bus Stop to Fullerton Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Guadalupe Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
12h 59m
$113–210
Bus to Los Angeles International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Indio Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Station Arrivalsbus
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)plane LAX - SBP
7h 50m
$249–491

Indio to Pismo Beach by bus and foot

6Weekly Services

10h 48mAverage Duration

$115Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Indio to Pismo Beach.

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Distance: 338.8 mi
Duration: 8h 32m

What companies run services between Indio, CA, USA and Pismo Beach, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Indio Bus Station to James Way & Highland via Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals, Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles Airport, CA, Santa Maria Airport, CA, Santa Maria Public Airport, Transit Center, and Santa Maria Transit Center in around 10h 48m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) every 4 hours.

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