What is the cheapest way to get from Pismo Beach to Gilroy?

The cheapest way to get from Pismo Beach to Gilroy is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pismo Beach to Gilroy?

The fastest way to get from Pismo Beach to Gilroy is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Pismo Beach and Gilroy?

No, there is no direct bus from Pismo Beach to Gilroy station. However, there are services departing from James Way & Highland and arriving at Monterey / Gilroy Train Station via Downtown Transit Center, San Luis Obispo and Salinas Intermodal Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

How far is it from Pismo Beach to Gilroy?

The distance between Pismo Beach and Gilroy is 175 miles. The road distance is 166.8 miles.

How do I travel from Pismo Beach to Gilroy without a car?

The best way to get from Pismo Beach to Gilroy without a car is to bus which takes 7h 2m and costs $40 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Pismo Beach to Gilroy?

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Pismo Beach to Gilroy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pismo Beach to Gilroy bus from?

Pismo Beach to Gilroy bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Where does the Pismo Beach to Gilroy bus arrive?

Pismo Beach to Gilroy bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Can I drive from Pismo Beach to Gilroy?

Yes, the driving distance between Pismo Beach to Gilroy is 167 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Pismo Beach to Gilroy.

Where can I stay near Gilroy?

There are 56+ hotels available in Gilroy.

Pismo Beach to Gilroy - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Pismo Beach to Gilroy by bus (Amtrak), train, bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to Salinasbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Salinas Intermodal Transit Center to Monterey / Gilroy Train Stationbus 59
7h 2m
$40–63
Drive 165.8 mi
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1. Drive from Pismo Beach to Gilroycar 165.8 mi
2h 53m
$31–44
Train, bus
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Salinas Intermodal Transit Center to Monterey / Gilroy Train Stationbus 59
7h 17m
$40–88
Fly, Caltrain
1. Fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane SBP - SFO
2. Take the train from Millbrae Caltrain Southbound to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southboundtrain
3. Take the train from San Jose Diridon Caltrain Southbound to Gilroy Caltrain Southboundtrain
4h 24m
$213–447

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

19Weekly Planes

1h 7mAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174 mi
Duration: 7h 2m

What companies run services between Pismo Beach, CA, USA and Gilroy, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from James Way & Highland to Monterey / Gilroy Train Station via Government Center, Downtown Transit Center, Santa Barbara at Church, San Luis Obispo, and Salinas Intermodal Transit Center in around 7h 2m.

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