What is the cheapest way to get from Los Gatos to Pismo Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Los Gatos to Pismo Beach is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Los Gatos to Pismo Beach?

The fastest way to get from Los Gatos to Pismo Beach is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Los Gatos and Pismo Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Los Gatos to Pismo Beach. However, there are services departing from Los Gatos-Saratoga & University and arriving at Pismo Beach Premium Outlets via San Jose, Amtrak Station and Government Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Los Gatos and Pismo Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Los Gatos station to Pismo Beach. However, there are services departing from Winchester Station and arriving at San Luis Obispo via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

How far is it from Los Gatos to Pismo Beach?

The distance between Los Gatos and Pismo Beach is 223 miles. The road distance is 194.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Los Gatos to Pismo Beach without a car is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs $100 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Los Gatos to Pismo Beach?

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Los Gatos to Pismo Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Los Gatos to Pismo Beach bus from?

Los Gatos to Pismo Beach bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Where do I catch the Los Gatos to Pismo Beach train from?

Los Gatos to Pismo Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Train or bus from Los Gatos to Pismo Beach?

The best way to get from Los Gatos to Pismo Beach is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs $100 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $110 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Los Gatos to Pismo Beach bus arrive?

Los Gatos to Pismo Beach bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Luis Obispo station.

Where does the Los Gatos to Pismo Beach train arrive?

Los Gatos to Pismo Beach train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Luis Obispo station.

Can I drive from Los Gatos to Pismo Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Los Gatos to Pismo Beach is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Los Gatos to Pismo Beach.

Where can I stay near Pismo Beach?

There are 201+ hotels available in Pismo Beach.

Los Gatos to Pismo Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Los Gatos to Pismo Beach by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Jose to San Luis Obispotrain Coast Starlight
6h 56m
$106–198
Drive 193.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Los Gatos to Pismo Beachcar 193.1 mi
3h 28m
$36–51
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from San Jose to San Luis Obispobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 27m
$68–103
Train, bus
1. Take the train from San Jose to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationtrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the bus from North County Transit Center to Government Centerbus 9S
9h
$58–123

Los Gatos to Pismo Beach by bus, tram, and train

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Distance: 222 mi
Duration: 6h 56m

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

Amtrak operates a train from San Jose to San Luis Obispo once daily. Tickets cost $60–140 and the journey takes 4h 58m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a bus from San Jose to San Luis Obispo 4 times a day. Tickets cost $60–90 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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