What is the cheapest way to get from Orange County to Arroyo Grande?

The cheapest way to get from Orange County to Arroyo Grande is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Orange County to Arroyo Grande?

The fastest way to get from Orange County to Arroyo Grande is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Orange County and Arroyo Grande?

No, there is no direct bus from Orange County to Arroyo Grande. However, there are services departing from Santa Ana and arriving at Grover Beach Amtrak via Los Angeles Union Station and Santa Barbara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Orange County and Arroyo Grande?

No, there is no direct train from Orange County to Arroyo Grande. However, there are services departing from Santa Ana and arriving at Grover Beach Amtrak via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Orange County to Arroyo Grande?

The distance between Orange County and Arroyo Grande is 248 miles. The road distance is 206 miles.

How do I travel from Orange County to Arroyo Grande without a car?

The best way to get from Orange County to Arroyo Grande without a car is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs $85 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Orange County to Arroyo Grande?

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Orange County to Arroyo Grande, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Orange County to Arroyo Grande bus from?

Orange County to Arroyo Grande bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, depart from Santa Ana station.

Where do I catch the Orange County to Arroyo Grande train from?

Orange County to Arroyo Grande train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Ana station.

Train or bus from Orange County to Arroyo Grande?

The best way to get from Orange County to Arroyo Grande is to train which takes 6h 13m and costs $85 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $110 and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Orange County to Arroyo Grande bus arrive?

Orange County to Arroyo Grande bus services, operated by Greyhound Mexico, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the Orange County to Arroyo Grande train arrive?

Orange County to Arroyo Grande train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Grover Beach Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Orange County to Arroyo Grande?

Yes, the driving distance between Orange County to Arroyo Grande is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Orange County to Arroyo Grande.

Where can I stay near Arroyo Grande?

There are 230+ hotels available in Arroyo Grande.

Orange County to Arroyo Grande - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Orange County to Arroyo Grande by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Santa Ana to Grover Beach Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 13m
$87–174
Drive 204.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Orange County to Arroyo Grandecar 204.8 mi
3h 43m
$38–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Ana to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Grover Beach Amtrakbus
7h 9m
$66–103

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Distance: 246.4 mi
Duration: 6h 13m

What companies run services between Orange County, CA, USA and Arroyo Grande, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Santa Ana to Grover Beach Amtrak twice daily. Tickets cost $75–160 and the journey takes 6h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Ana to Arroyo Grande via Los Angeles Union Station, Santa Barbara Bus Stop, Santa Barbara, and Grover Beach Amtrak in around 7h 9m.

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