What is the cheapest way to get from Redwood City to San Luis Obispo?

The cheapest way to get from Redwood City to San Luis Obispo is to bus which costs $30 - $60 and takes 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Redwood City to San Luis Obispo?

The fastest way to get from Redwood City to San Luis Obispo is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Redwood City and San Luis Obispo?

No, there is no direct bus from Redwood City station to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from San Jose Diridon Station and arriving at San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Redwood City and San Luis Obispo?

No, there is no direct train from Redwood City to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from Redwood City Caltrain Southbound and arriving at San Luis Obispo via San Jose. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Redwood City to San Luis Obispo?

The distance between Redwood City and San Luis Obispo is 209 miles. The road distance is 207.8 miles.

How do I travel from Redwood City to San Luis Obispo without a car?

The best way to get from Redwood City to San Luis Obispo without a car is to bus which takes 5h and costs $30 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Redwood City to San Luis Obispo?

It takes approximately 5h to get from Redwood City to San Luis Obispo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Redwood City to San Luis Obispo bus from?

Redwood City to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Jose Diridon Station.

Where do I catch the Redwood City to San Luis Obispo train from?

Redwood City to San Luis Obispo train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Train, bus or fly from Redwood City to San Luis Obispo?

The best way to get from Redwood City to San Luis Obispo is to bus which takes 5h and costs $30 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $65 - $150 and takes 6h 33m, you could also fly, which costs $170 - $420 and takes 3h 54m.

Where does the Redwood City to San Luis Obispo bus arrive?

Redwood City to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum station.

Where does the Redwood City to San Luis Obispo train arrive?

Redwood City to San Luis Obispo train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Luis Obispo station.

Can I drive from Redwood City to San Luis Obispo?

Yes, the driving distance between Redwood City to San Luis Obispo is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Redwood City to San Luis Obispo.

Where can I stay near San Luis Obispo?

There are 261+ hotels available in San Luis Obispo.

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There are 5 ways to get from Redwood City to San Luis Obispo by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, plane, or bus (Amtrak)

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Bus (Flixbus)
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1. Take the bus from San Jose Diridon Station to San Luis Obispo Railroad Museumbus FlixBus 2005
5h
$34–57
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Jose to San Luis Obispotrain Coast Starlight
6h 33m
$66–147
Drive 206.6 mi
1. Drive from Redwood City to San Luis Obispocar 206.6 mi
3h 35m
$38–55
Fly
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)plane SFO - SBP
3h 54m
$174–419
Bus via San Luis Obispo (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from San Jose to San Luis Obispobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 45m
$66–97

Redwood City to San Luis Obispo by train and bus (Flixbus)

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Distance: 207.3 mi
Duration: 5h

What companies run services between Redwood City, CA, USA and San Luis Obispo, CA, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from San Jose Diridon Station to San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum 4 times a week. Tickets cost $28–50 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Jose to San Luis Obispo once daily. Tickets cost $60–140 and the journey takes 4h 58m.

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