What is the cheapest way to get from Pismo Beach to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Pismo Beach to San Diego is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pismo Beach to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Pismo Beach to San Diego is to fly which takes 1h 31m and costs $200 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Pismo Beach and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Pismo Beach to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Pismo Beach Premium Outlets and arriving at San Diego via Transit Center, Santa Maria Airport, CA and LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Pismo Beach and San Diego?

No, there is no direct train from Pismo Beach to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Grover Beach Amtrak and arriving at San Diego via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

How far is it from Pismo Beach to San Diego?

The distance between Pismo Beach and San Diego is 273 miles. The road distance is 297.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pismo Beach to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 8h 40m and costs $110 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Pismo Beach to San Diego?

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Pismo Beach to San Diego, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pismo Beach to San Diego bus from?

Pismo Beach to San Diego bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, depart from Santa Maria Airport, CA station.

Where do I catch the Pismo Beach to San Diego train from?

Pismo Beach to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Grover Beach Amtrak station.

Train, bus or fly from Pismo Beach to San Diego?

The best way to get from Pismo Beach to San Diego is to fly which takes 1h 31m and costs $200 - $390. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $110 - $250 and takes 8h 40m, you could also bus, which costs $140 - $220 and takes 9h 54m.

Where does the Pismo Beach to San Diego bus arrive?

Pismo Beach to San Diego bus services, operated by Central Coast Shuttle, arrive at Los Angeles Airport, CA station.

Where does the Pismo Beach to San Diego train arrive?

Pismo Beach to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Diego station.

Can I drive from Pismo Beach to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Pismo Beach to San Diego is 298 miles. It takes approximately 5h 18m to drive from Pismo Beach to San Diego.

How do I get a train ticket from Pismo Beach to San Diego?

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Where can I stay near San Diego?

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane SBP - SAN
1h 31m
$201–387
Drive 296 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pismo Beach to San Diegocar 296 mi
5h 18m
$54–78
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Grover Beach Amtrak to San Diegotrain Pacific Surfliner
8h 40m
$110–242
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Maria Airport, CA to Los Angeles Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from LAX Terminal 3 Shared Rides Stop to San Diegobus reLAXsan
9h 54m
$143–215

Pismo Beach to San Diego by bus and tram

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Distance: 271.1 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

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

Alaska Airlines, Inc. and United Airlines fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Grover Beach Amtrak to San Diego 3 times a day. Tickets cost $100–230 and the journey takes 8h 36m.

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