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

The cheapest way to get from Kern River to San Luis Obispo is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kern River to San Luis Obispo is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Kern River and San Luis Obispo?

No, there is no direct bus from Kern River to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield, CA - 27769 Lagoon Dr and arriving at San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum via Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

How far is it from Kern River to San Luis Obispo?

The distance between Kern River and San Luis Obispo is 301 miles. The road distance is 104.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kern River to San Luis Obispo without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 27m and costs $160 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 27m to get from Kern River to San Luis Obispo, including transfers.

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

Kern River to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by Hoang Express, depart from Bakersfield, CA - 27769 Lagoon Dr station.

Where does the Kern River to San Luis Obispo bus arrive?

Kern River to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by Hoang Express, arrive at Los Angeles, CA - Chinatown Station.

Can I drive from Kern River to San Luis Obispo?

Yes, the driving distance between Kern River to San Luis Obispo is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Kern River to San Luis Obispo.

Where can I stay near San Luis Obispo?

There are 261+ hotels available in San Luis Obispo.

Kern River to San Luis Obispo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kern River to San Luis Obispo by bus, train, car, bus (Flixbus), or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus, train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Santa Barbarabus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispotrain Coast Starlight / ...
7h 27m
$161–245
Drive 104.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kern River to San Luis Obispocar 104.1 mi
2h 10m
$19–28
Bus via Los Angeles
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield, CA - 27769 Lagoon Dr to Los Angeles, CA - Chinatown Stationbus San Jose
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Luis Obispo Railroad Museumbus FlixBus 2005
7h 37m
$115–157
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dustin Acres EB to Bakersfield Amtrakbus 120
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Santa Barbarabus
3. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispobus
8h 35m
$110–159

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Map of how to get from Kern River to San Luis Obispo.

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Distance: 299 mi
Duration: 7h 27m

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

You can take a vehicle from Kern River to San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum via Bakersfield, CA - 27769 Lagoon Dr, Los Angeles, CA - Chinatown Station, Chinatown Station, Union Station - Metro A-Line, and Los Angeles Union Station in around 7h 37m.

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