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

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to Morro Bay is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Jose to Morro Bay is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $30 - $50.

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

No, there is no direct bus from San Jose 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 6h 48m.

How far is it from San Jose to Morro Bay?

The distance between San Jose and Morro Bay is 204 miles. The road distance is 185.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Jose to Morro Bay without a car is to bus which takes 6h 48m and costs $65 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from San Jose to Morro Bay, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the San Jose to Morro Bay bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from San Jose to Morro Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to Morro Bay is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from San Jose to Morro Bay.

Where can I stay near Morro Bay?

There are 201+ hotels available in Morro Bay.

San Jose 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 Jose to Morro Bay by bus (Amtrak), train, bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Jose to San Luis Obispobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 48m
$67–95
Drive 184 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Jose to Morro Baycar 184 mi
3h 21m
$34–49
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
7h 21m
$57–113
Caltrain, fly
1. Take the train from San Jose Diridon 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
5h 57m
$168–425

San Jose to Morro Bay by train and bus

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7h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 202.8 mi
Duration: 6h 48m

What companies run services between San Jose, 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. American Star Tours also services this route once daily.

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