What is the cheapest way to get from Nipomo to Lancaster?

The cheapest way to get from Nipomo to Lancaster is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nipomo to Lancaster?

The fastest way to get from Nipomo to Lancaster is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct train between Nipomo and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct train from Nipomo station to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Guadalupe Amtrak Station and arriving at Lancaster via Glendale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

How far is it from Nipomo to Lancaster?

The distance between Nipomo and Lancaster is 274 miles. The road distance is 162.8 miles.

How do I travel from Nipomo to Lancaster without a car?

The best way to get from Nipomo to Lancaster without a car is to train which takes 8h 2m and costs $100 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Nipomo to Lancaster?

It takes approximately 8h 2m to get from Nipomo to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nipomo to Lancaster train from?

Nipomo to Lancaster train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Guadalupe Amtrak Station.

Where does the Nipomo to Lancaster train arrive?

Nipomo to Lancaster train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Glendale Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Nipomo to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Nipomo to Lancaster is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Nipomo to Lancaster.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 57+ hotels available in Lancaster.

Nipomo to Lancaster - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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best
1. Take the train from Guadalupe Amtrak Station to Glendale Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the train from Glendale to Lancastertrain AV Line
8h 2m
$106–187
Drive 161.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nipomo to Lancastercar 161.8 mi
3h 30m
$30–43
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Lancastertrain AV Line
9h 55m
$106–133

Nipomo to Lancaster by bus and train

49Weekly Services

9h 55mAverage Duration

$106Cheapest Price

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Distance: 272.2 mi
Duration: 8h 2m

What companies run services between Nipomo, CA, USA and Lancaster, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Nipomo to Lancaster via Guadalupe Amtrak Station, Glendale Amtrak, and Glendale in around 8h 2m.

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