What is the cheapest way to get from San Carlos to Morro Bay?

The cheapest way to get from San Carlos to Morro Bay is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Carlos to Morro Bay?

The fastest way to get from San Carlos to Morro Bay is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between San Carlos and Morro Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from San Carlos to Morro Bay. However, there are services departing from San Jose and arriving at Morro Bay Park via Amtrak Station and Government Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from San Carlos to Morro Bay?

The distance between San Carlos and Morro Bay is 228 miles. The road distance is 210.1 miles.

How do I travel from San Carlos to Morro Bay without a car?

The best way to get from San Carlos to Morro Bay without a car is to bus which takes 8h 27m and costs $65 - $110.

How long does it take to get from San Carlos to Morro Bay?

It takes approximately 8h 27m to get from San Carlos to Morro Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Carlos to Morro Bay bus from?

San Carlos to Morro Bay bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Where does the San Carlos to Morro Bay bus arrive?

San Carlos to Morro Bay bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Luis Obispo station.

Can I drive from San Carlos to Morro Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between San Carlos to Morro Bay is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from San Carlos to Morro Bay.

Where can I stay near Morro Bay?

There are 197+ hotels available in Morro Bay.

San Carlos to Morro Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Caltrain

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There are 4 ways to get from San Carlos to Morro Bay by bus (Amtrak), train, bus, car, or plane

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from San Jose to San Luis Obispobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 27m
$68–103
Drive 208.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Carlos to Morro Baycar 208.8 mi
3h 43m
$39–56
Train, bus
1. Take the train from San Jose to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationtrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the bus from North County Transit Center to Government Centerbus 9S
9h
$59–123
Caltrain, fly, bus
1. Take the train from San Carlos Caltrain Northbound to Millbrae Caltrain Northboundtrain
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)plane SFO - SBP
3. Take the bus from Government Center to Morro Bay Parkbus
5h 18m
$175–421

San Carlos to Morro Bay by train and bus

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9hAverage Duration

$59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.7 mi
Duration: 8h 27m

What companies run services between San Carlos, CA, USA and Morro Bay, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from San Jose to San Luis Obispo 4 times a day. Tickets cost $60–90 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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