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

The cheapest way to get from Pismo Beach to Watsonville is to bus via King City which costs $10 - $19 and takes 8h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pismo Beach to Watsonville is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Pismo Beach and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct bus from Pismo Beach to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from James Way & Highland and arriving at Rodriguez / Second via Downtown Transit Center, San Luis Obispo and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Pismo Beach and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct train from Pismo Beach to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Salinas via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from Pismo Beach to Watsonville?

The distance between Pismo Beach and Watsonville is 167 miles. The road distance is 158.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pismo Beach to Watsonville without a car is to bus which takes 7h 1m and costs $45 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Pismo Beach to Watsonville, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the Pismo Beach to Watsonville train from?

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

Train or bus from Pismo Beach to Watsonville?

The best way to get from Pismo Beach to Watsonville is to bus which takes 7h 1m and costs $45 - $75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $45 - $100 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Pismo Beach to Watsonville bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pismo Beach to Watsonville train arrive?

Pismo Beach to Watsonville train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Salinas station.

Can I drive from Pismo Beach to Watsonville?

Yes, the driving distance between Pismo Beach to Watsonville is 158 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Pismo Beach to Watsonville.

Where can I stay near Watsonville?

There are 188+ hotels available in Watsonville.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to Salinasbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 1m
$45–73
Bus via King City
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Government Center to North County Transit Centerbus 9N
2. Take the bus from North County Transportation Ctr / Paso Robles to Canal / Bassett Streetbus 84
3. Take the bus from Canal / Bassett Street to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9bus 23 / ...
8h 34m
$11–18
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Salinastrain Coast Starlight
7h 16m
$45–98
Drive 157.3 mi
1. Drive from Pismo Beach to Watsonvillecar 157.3 mi
2h 48m
$29–42

Pismo Beach to Watsonville by bus

14Weekly Buses

8h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 166.4 mi
Duration: 7h 1m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from San Luis Obispo to Salinas 4 times a day. Tickets cost $40–65 and the journey takes 2h 50m. American Star Tours also services this route twice a week. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Luis Obispo to Salinas once daily. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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