What is the cheapest way to get from Morro Bay to Lancaster?

The cheapest way to get from Morro Bay to Lancaster is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Morro Bay to Lancaster?

The fastest way to get from Morro Bay to Lancaster is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Morro Bay and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Morro Bay to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Morro Bay Park and arriving at MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. via Downtown Transit Center, San Luis Obispo, Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop and Carl's Jr./Inyo St.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Morro Bay and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct train from Morro Bay to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Lancaster via Sylmar / San Fernando. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 44m.

How far is it from Morro Bay to Lancaster?

The distance between Morro Bay and Lancaster is 282 miles. The road distance is 197.4 miles.

How do I travel from Morro Bay to Lancaster without a car?

The best way to get from Morro Bay to Lancaster without a car is to train which takes 10h 44m and costs $75 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Morro Bay to Lancaster?

It takes approximately 10h 44m to get from Morro Bay to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Morro Bay to Lancaster bus from?

Morro Bay to Lancaster bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Where do I catch the Morro Bay to Lancaster train from?

Morro Bay to Lancaster train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Train or bus from Morro Bay to Lancaster?

The best way to get from Morro Bay to Lancaster is to train which takes 10h 44m and costs $75 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $180 and takes 14h 5m.

Where does the Morro Bay to Lancaster bus arrive?

Morro Bay to Lancaster bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Morro Bay to Lancaster train arrive?

Morro Bay to Lancaster train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Van Nuys station.

Can I drive from Morro Bay to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Morro Bay to Lancaster is 197 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Morro Bay to Lancaster.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 64+ hotels available in Lancaster.

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There are 3 ways to get from Morro Bay to Lancaster by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Van Nuystrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the train from Sylmar / San Fernando to Lancastertrain AV Line
10h 44m
$78–160
Drive 196.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Morro Bay to Lancastercar 196.2 mi
4h 11m
$36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Mojave Amtrak Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Carl's Jr./Inyo St. to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy.bus 250 / ...
14h 5m
$119–173

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Distance: 280 mi
Duration: 10h 44m

What companies run services between Morro Bay, CA, USA and Lancaster, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Morro Bay Park to Lancaster via Government Center, Downtown Transit Center, Santa Barbara at Church, San Luis Obispo, Van Nuys, Van Nuys / Keswick, Sylmar Station, and Sylmar / San Fernando in around 10h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Morro Bay Park to MetroLink/Sierra Hwy. via Government Center, Downtown Transit Center, Santa Barbara at Church, San Luis Obispo, Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop, and Carl's Jr./Inyo St. in around 14h 5m.

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