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

The cheapest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Griffith Observatory is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Griffith Observatory is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between San Luis Obispo and Griffith Observatory?

No, there is no direct bus from San Luis Obispo to Griffith Observatory. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum and arriving at Griffith Observatory via Vermont Ave & Sunset Blvd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between San Luis Obispo and Griffith Observatory?

No, there is no direct train from San Luis Obispo to Griffith Observatory station. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Vermont / Sunset Station via Union Station - Metro B & D Lines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from San Luis Obispo to Griffith Observatory?

The distance between San Luis Obispo and Griffith Observatory is 206 miles. The road distance is 184 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Luis Obispo to Griffith Observatory without a car is to bus which takes 5h 2m and costs $35 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from San Luis Obispo to Griffith Observatory, including transfers.

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

San Luis Obispo to Griffith Observatory bus services, operated by FlixBus-us, depart from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum station.

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

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

Train or bus from San Luis Obispo to Griffith Observatory?

The best way to get from San Luis Obispo to Griffith Observatory is to bus which takes 5h 2m and costs $35 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $160 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the San Luis Obispo to Griffith Observatory bus arrive?

San Luis Obispo to Griffith Observatory bus services, operated by FlixBus-us, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Where does the San Luis Obispo to Griffith Observatory train arrive?

San Luis Obispo to Griffith Observatory train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from San Luis Obispo to Griffith Observatory?

Yes, the driving distance between San Luis Obispo to Griffith Observatory is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from San Luis Obispo to Griffith Observatory.

Where can I stay near Griffith Observatory?

There are 3405+ hotels available in Griffith Observatory.

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There are 5 ways to get from San Luis Obispo to Griffith Observatory by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, plane, subway, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
5h 2m
$35–60
Drive 182.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Luis Obispo to Griffith Observatorycar 182.9 mi
3h 29m
$34–49
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
6h 35m
$75–152
Fly, subway
1. Fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane SBP - LAX
2. Take the subway from Union Station - Metro B & D Lines to Vermont / Sunset Stationsubway
4h 36m
$230–460
Bus via San Luis Obispo
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to Los Angelesbus Ans 6241
6h 7m

San Luis Obispo to Griffith Observatory by bus, subway, and foot

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Distance: 205 mi
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What companies run services between San Luis Obispo, CA, USA and Griffith Observatory, CA, USA?

FlixBus-us operates a bus from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum to Los Angeles Union Station 6 times a week, and the journey takes 4h 5m. Flixbus USA also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles 4 times a day. Tickets cost $70–150 and the journey takes 5h 38m.

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