What is the cheapest way to get from Pismo Beach to Los Gatos?

The cheapest way to get from Pismo Beach to Los Gatos is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pismo Beach to Los Gatos?

The fastest way to get from Pismo Beach to Los Gatos is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Pismo Beach and Los Gatos?

No, there is no direct bus from Pismo Beach to Los Gatos. However, there are services departing from James Way & Highland and arriving at Santa Cruz & Los Gatos-Saratoga via Downtown Transit Center, San Luis Obispo, Santa Clara Transit Center and Winchester Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Pismo Beach and Los Gatos?

No, there is no direct train from Pismo Beach to Los Gatos station. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Winchester Station via Santa Clara Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

How far is it from Pismo Beach to Los Gatos?

The distance between Pismo Beach and Los Gatos is 245 miles. The road distance is 194 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pismo Beach to Los Gatos without a car is to bus which takes 8h 11m and costs $70 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Pismo Beach to Los Gatos?

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Pismo Beach to Los Gatos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pismo Beach to Los Gatos bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pismo Beach to Los Gatos train from?

Pismo Beach to Los Gatos train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Train or bus from Pismo Beach to Los Gatos?

The best way to get from Pismo Beach to Los Gatos is to bus which takes 8h 11m and costs $70 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $160 and takes 8h 43m.

Where does the Pismo Beach to Los Gatos bus arrive?

Pismo Beach to Los Gatos bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Where does the Pismo Beach to Los Gatos train arrive?

Pismo Beach to Los Gatos train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Jose station.

Can I drive from Pismo Beach to Los Gatos?

Yes, the driving distance between Pismo Beach to Los Gatos is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Pismo Beach to Los Gatos.

Where can I stay near Los Gatos?

There are 387+ hotels available in Los Gatos.

Pismo Beach to Los Gatos - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, Caltrain, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Pismo Beach to Los Gatos by plane, train, bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Fly, Caltrain
best
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 Santa Clara Caltrain Southboundtrain
3h 59m
$211–455
Drive 192.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pismo Beach to Los Gatoscar 192.8 mi
3h 29m
$36–51
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to San Josebus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 11m
$71–108
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
8h 43m
$70–159
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Government Center to North County Transit Centerbus 9N
2. Take the train from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to San Josetrain Coast Starlight
9h 29m
$55–119

Pismo Beach to Los Gatos by bus and train

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Distance: 244 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from San Luis Obispo to San Jose 4 times a day. Tickets cost $60–90 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Luis Obispo to San Jose once daily. Tickets cost $60–140 and the journey takes 4h 41m.

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