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

The cheapest way to get from Pismo Beach to Malibu is to drive which costs $27 - $45 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pismo Beach to Malibu is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $27 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Pismo Beach and Malibu?

No, there is no direct bus from Pismo Beach to Malibu. However, there are services departing from Grover Beach and arriving at Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via Gayley Sb & Strathmore Fs and 5th / Colorado. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Pismo Beach to Malibu?

The distance between Pismo Beach and Malibu is 203 miles. The road distance is 153.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pismo Beach to Malibu without a car is to train and taxi which takes 4h 53m and costs $170 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Pismo Beach to Malibu, including transfers.

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

Pismo Beach to Malibu bus services, operated by American Star Tours, depart from Grover Beach station.

Where does the Pismo Beach to Malibu bus arrive?

Pismo Beach to Malibu bus services, operated by American Star Tours, arrive at Los Angeles UCLA station.

Can I drive from Pismo Beach to Malibu?

Yes, the driving distance between Pismo Beach to Malibu is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Pismo Beach to Malibu.

Where can I stay near Malibu?

There are 252+ hotels available in Malibu.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Pismo Beach to Malibu by train, taxi, bus, car, plane, or tram

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Grover Beach Amtrak to Simi Valley Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the taxi from Simi Valley Amtrak to Malibutaxi
4h 53m
$175–272
Drive 152.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pismo Beach to Malibucar 152.8 mi
2h 56m
$28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grover Beach to Los Angeles UCLAbus Ans 6241
6h 8m
Fly, tram, line 134 bus
1. Fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SBP - LAX
2. Take the tram from LAX / Metro Transit Center to Expo / Crenshaw K-Line Stationtram
3. Take the tram from Expo / Crenshaw E-Line Station to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram
4. Take the bus from 5th / Colorado to Civic Center / Stuart Ranchbus
4h
$256–485

San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) flights

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1h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 202.2 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

American Star Tours operates a bus from Grover Beach to Los Angeles UCLA once daily, and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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