What is the cheapest way to get from Pasadena to Arroyo Grande?

The cheapest way to get from Pasadena to Arroyo Grande is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pasadena to Arroyo Grande?

The fastest way to get from Pasadena to Arroyo Grande is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Pasadena and Arroyo Grande?

No, there is no direct bus from Pasadena station to Arroyo Grande. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Union Station and arriving at Grover Beach Amtrak via Santa Barbara. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Pasadena and Arroyo Grande?

No, there is no direct train from Pasadena station to Arroyo Grande. However, there are services departing from Memorial Park Station and arriving at Grover Beach Amtrak via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Pasadena to Arroyo Grande?

The distance between Pasadena and Arroyo Grande is 211 miles. The road distance is 177.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pasadena to Arroyo Grande without a car is to bus which takes 6h 34m and costs $55 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Pasadena to Arroyo Grande?

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Pasadena to Arroyo Grande, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pasadena to Arroyo Grande bus from?

Pasadena to Arroyo Grande bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the Pasadena to Arroyo Grande train from?

Pasadena to Arroyo Grande train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Pasadena to Arroyo Grande?

The best way to get from Pasadena to Arroyo Grande is to bus which takes 6h 34m and costs $55 - $95. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $160 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Pasadena to Arroyo Grande bus arrive?

Pasadena to Arroyo Grande bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Santa Barbara Bus Stop station.

Where does the Pasadena to Arroyo Grande train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pasadena to Arroyo Grande?

Yes, the driving distance between Pasadena to Arroyo Grande is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Pasadena to Arroyo Grande.

Where can I stay near Arroyo Grande?

There are 219+ hotels available in Arroyo Grande.

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

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

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best
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Santa Barbara Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to Grover Beach Amtrakbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 34m
$58–92
Drive 176 mi
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1. Drive from Pasadena to Arroyo Grandecar 176 mi
3h 10m
$33–47
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Grover Beach Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 39m
$78–156

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Distance: 209.6 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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

You can take a vehicle from Memorial Park Station to Arroyo Grande via Union Station - Metro A-Line, Los Angeles Union Station, Santa Barbara Bus Stop, Santa Barbara, and Grover Beach Amtrak in around 6h 34m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Grover Beach Amtrak 3 times a day. Tickets cost $65–140 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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