What is the cheapest way to get from Nipomo to San Jose?

The cheapest way to get from Nipomo to San Jose is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nipomo to San Jose?

The fastest way to get from Nipomo to San Jose is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Nipomo and San Jose?

No, there is no direct bus from Nipomo to San Jose. However, there are services departing from Thompson & Branch and arriving at San Jose via Downtown Transit Center and San Luis Obispo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Nipomo to San Jose?

The distance between Nipomo and San Jose is 217 miles. The road distance is 206.1 miles.

How do I travel from Nipomo to San Jose without a car?

The best way to get from Nipomo to San Jose without a car is to bus which takes 6h 49m and costs $65 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Nipomo to San Jose?

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Nipomo to San Jose, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nipomo to San Jose bus from?

Nipomo to San Jose bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, depart from Thompson & Branch station.

Where does the Nipomo to San Jose bus arrive?

Nipomo to San Jose bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, arrive at Government Center station.

Can I drive from Nipomo to San Jose?

Yes, the driving distance between Nipomo to San Jose is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Nipomo to San Jose.

Where can I stay near San Jose?

There are 423+ hotels available in San Jose.

Nipomo to San Jose - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and Caltrain

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There are 4 ways to get from Nipomo to San Jose by bus (Amtrak), bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Thompson & Branch to Government Centerbus 10N
2. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 49m
$68–95
Drive 204.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nipomo to San Josecar 204.9 mi
3h 45m
$38–54
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Thompson & Branch to Government Centerbus 10N
2. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
7h 30m
$68–145
Bus, fly, Caltrain
1. Take the bus from Thompson & Branch to Government Centerbus
2. Fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SBP - SFO
3. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain
5h 33m
$168–426

San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) flights

19Weekly Planes

1h 7mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 215.3 mi
Duration: 6h 49m

What companies run services between Nipomo, CA, USA and San Jose, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Thompson & Branch to San Jose via Government Center, Downtown Transit Center, Santa Barbara at Church, and San Luis Obispo in around 6h 49m.

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