What is the cheapest way to get from San Jose to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo)?

The cheapest way to get from San Jose to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Jose to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo)?

The fastest way to get from San Jose to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between San Jose and The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Jose and arriving at San Luis Obispo Amtrak Bus Stop. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from San Jose to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo)?

The distance between San Jose and The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) is 188 miles. The road distance is 185.2 miles.

How do I travel from San Jose to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) without a car?

The best way to get from San Jose to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) without a car is to bus which takes 4h 10m and costs $60 - $90.

How long does it take to get from San Jose to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo)?

The bus from San Jose to San Luis Obispo Amtrak Bus Stop takes 4h including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the San Jose to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) bus from?

San Jose to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Jose station.

Where does the San Jose to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) bus arrive?

San Jose to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Luis Obispo Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from San Jose to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo)?

Yes, the driving distance between San Jose to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from San Jose to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo).

How do I get a bus ticket from San Jose to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo)?

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There are 3 ways to get from San Jose to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) by bus (Amtrak), train, bus, or car

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from San Jose to San Luis Obispo Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 10m
$60–90
Drive 184.1 mi
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1. Drive from San Jose to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo)car 184.1 mi
3h 17m
$34–49
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Jose to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationtrain Coast Starlight
2. Take the bus from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to San Luis Obispo Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 11m
$60–121

San Jose to The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) by bus and foot (Amtrak)

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4h 10mAverage Duration

$60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.5 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between San Jose, CA, USA and The "P" (Cal Poly San Luis Obispo), CA, USA?

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

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