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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to San Luis Obispo is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to San Luis Obispo is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs $30 - $50.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. and arriving at San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum via Bakersfield and Santa Barbara Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 49m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at San Luis Obispo via Burbank. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

How far is it from Lancaster to San Luis Obispo?

The distance between Lancaster and San Luis Obispo is 278 miles. The road distance is 184.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to San Luis Obispo without a car is to train which takes 8h 8m and costs $75 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 8h 8m to get from Lancaster to San Luis Obispo, including transfers.

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

Lancaster to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by Kern Transit, depart from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. station.

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

Lancaster to San Luis Obispo train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Lancaster to San Luis Obispo?

The best way to get from Lancaster to San Luis Obispo is to train which takes 8h 8m and costs $75 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $110 and takes 9h 49m.

Where does the Lancaster to San Luis Obispo bus arrive?

Lancaster to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by Kern Transit, arrive at Bakersfield Amtrak station.

Where does the Lancaster to San Luis Obispo train arrive?

Lancaster to San Luis Obispo train services, operated by Metrolink Trains, arrive at Burbank - Downtown station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to San Luis Obispo?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to San Luis Obispo is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Lancaster to San Luis Obispo.

Where can I stay near San Luis Obispo?

There are 261+ hotels available in San Luis Obispo.

Lancaster to San Luis Obispo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Burbank - Downtowntrain AV Line
2. Take the train from Burbank to San Luis Obispotrain Pacific Surfliner
8h 8m
$76–154
Drive 183.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lancaster to San Luis Obispocar 183.3 mi
3h 57m
$34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to Bakersfield Amtrakbus 100
2. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Santa Barbarabus
3. Take the bus from Santa Barbara Bus Stop to San Luis Obispo Railroad Museumbus
9h 49m
$66–103
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Lancaster to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)plane LAX - SBP
6h 9m
$259–630

Lancaster to San Luis Obispo by train

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8h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 276.7 mi
Duration: 8h 8m

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

You can take a train from Lancaster to San Luis Obispo via Burbank - Downtown and Burbank in around 8h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. to San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum via Bakersfield, Santa Barbara, and Santa Barbara Bus Stop in around 9h 49m.

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