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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Pasadena and Nipomo?

No, there is no direct bus from Pasadena to Nipomo. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Airport, CA and arriving at Thompson & Branch via Santa Maria Public Airport and Santa Maria Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Pasadena and Nipomo?

No, there is no direct train from Pasadena station to Nipomo station. However, there are services departing from Memorial Park Station and arriving at Guadalupe Amtrak Station via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Pasadena to Nipomo?

The distance between Pasadena and Nipomo is 218 miles. The road distance is 168.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pasadena to Nipomo without a car is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs $95 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Pasadena to Nipomo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pasadena to Nipomo bus from?

Pasadena to Nipomo bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Where do I catch the Pasadena to Nipomo train from?

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

Train or bus from Pasadena to Nipomo?

The best way to get from Pasadena to Nipomo is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs $95 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $170 - $220 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Pasadena to Nipomo bus arrive?

Pasadena to Nipomo bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Santa Maria Airport, CA station.

Where does the Pasadena to Nipomo train arrive?

Pasadena to Nipomo train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Guadalupe Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Pasadena to Nipomo?

Yes, the driving distance between Pasadena to Nipomo is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Pasadena to Nipomo.

Where can I stay near Nipomo?

There are 147+ hotels available in Nipomo.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Guadalupe Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 18m
$97–177
Drive 167.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pasadena to Nipomocar 167.4 mi
3h 3m
$31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Maria Airport, CAbus
6h 41m
$172–216

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Distance: 216.5 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to Guadalupe Amtrak Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $60–130 and the journey takes 4h 38m. Alternatively, Central Coast Shuttle operates a bus from Los Angeles Airport, CA to Santa Maria Airport, CA every 4 hours. Tickets cost $85–105 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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