What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose to Atascadero?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to Atascadero is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose to Atascadero?

The fastest way to get from San Jose to Atascadero is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between San Jose and Atascadero?

No, there is no direct bus from San Jose to Atascadero. However, there are services departing from San Jose and arriving at El Camino Real & Entrada via North County Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

Is there a direct train between San Jose and Atascadero?

No, there is no direct train from San Jose to Atascadero station. However, there are services departing from San Jose and arriving at Paso Robles Amtrak Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from San Jose to Atascadero?

The distance between San Jose and Atascadero is 172 miles. The road distance is 167.8 miles.

How do I travel from San Jose to Atascadero without a car?

The best way to get from San Jose to Atascadero without a car is to bus which takes 5h 1m and costs $35 - $60.

How long does it take to get from San Jose to Atascadero?

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from San Jose to Atascadero, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Jose to Atascadero bus from?

San Jose to Atascadero bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Where do I catch the San Jose to Atascadero train from?

San Jose to Atascadero train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Train or bus from San Jose to Atascadero?

The best way to get from San Jose to Atascadero is to bus which takes 5h 1m and costs $35 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $100 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the San Jose to Atascadero bus arrive?

San Jose to Atascadero bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Paso Robles Amtrak Station.

Where does the San Jose to Atascadero train arrive?

San Jose to Atascadero train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Paso Robles Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from San Jose to Atascadero?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to Atascadero is 168 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from San Jose to Atascadero.

Where can I stay near Atascadero?

There are 459+ hotels available in Atascadero.

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There are 3 ways to get from San Jose to Atascadero by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), or car

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from San Jose to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 1m
$38–55
Drive 166.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Jose to Atascaderocar 166.8 mi
2h 57m
$31–44
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Jose to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationtrain Coast Starlight
5h 2m
$42–99

San Jose to Atascadero by bus (Amtrak)

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5h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171.4 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between San Jose, CA, USA and Atascadero, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from San Jose to Paso Robles Amtrak Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Jose to Paso Robles Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $40–100 and the journey takes 3h 31m.

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