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

The cheapest way to get from Salinas to San Luis Obispo is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salinas to San Luis Obispo is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Salinas and San Luis Obispo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Salinas and arriving at San Luis Obispo. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Salinas and San Luis Obispo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Salinas and arriving at San Luis Obispo. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Salinas to San Luis Obispo?

The distance between Salinas and San Luis Obispo is 129 miles. The road distance is 126.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salinas to San Luis Obispo without a car is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs $40 - $60.

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

The bus from Salinas to San Luis Obispo takes 3h 10m including transfers and departs four times a day.

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

Salinas to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

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

Salinas to San Luis Obispo train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Train or bus from Salinas to San Luis Obispo?

The best way to get from Salinas to San Luis Obispo is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs $40 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $90 and takes 3h 18m.

Where does the Salinas to San Luis Obispo bus arrive?

Salinas to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Luis Obispo station.

Where does the Salinas to San Luis Obispo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salinas to San Luis Obispo?

Yes, the driving distance between Salinas to San Luis Obispo is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Salinas to San Luis Obispo.

How do I get a train ticket from Salinas to San Luis Obispo?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Salinas to San Luis Obispo?

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Where can I stay near San Luis Obispo?

There are 287+ hotels available in San Luis Obispo.

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There are 3 ways to get from Salinas to San Luis Obispo by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Salinas to San Luis Obispobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
3h 10m
$40–60
Drive 125.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salinas to San Luis Obispocar 125.8 mi
2h 11m
$23–34
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Luis Obispotrain Coast Starlight
3h 18m
$40–90

Salinas to San Luis Obispo by bus (Amtrak)

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3h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 128.2 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Salinas to San Luis Obispo 4 times a day. Tickets cost $40–60 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to San Luis Obispo once daily. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 3h 18m.

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