What is the cheapest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells?

The cheapest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells is to bus and train which costs $40 - $65 and takes 11h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells?

The fastest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells is to fly which takes 5h 19m and costs $310 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between San Luis Obispo and Indian Wells?

No, there is no direct bus from San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum and arriving at Hwy 111 at El Dorado via Los Angeles Union Station and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

How far is it from San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells?

The distance between San Luis Obispo and Indian Wells is 323 miles. The road distance is 309.2 miles.

How do I travel from San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells without a car?

The best way to get from San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells without a car is to bus which takes 8h 20m and costs $45 - $90.

How long does it take to get from San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells?

It takes approximately 8h 20m to get from San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells bus from?

San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum station.

Bus or fly from San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells?

The best way to get from San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells is to bus which takes 8h 20m and costs $45 - $90. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $310 - $700 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells bus arrive?

San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

Can I drive from San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells?

Yes, the driving distance between San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells is 309 miles. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells.

Where can I stay near Indian Wells?

There are 2377+ hotels available in Indian Wells.

San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train, bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum to Los Angeles Union Stationbus FlixBus 2005
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indio Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
8h 20m
$50–90
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to San Bernardino - Downtowntrain
3. Take the bus from San Bernardino Transit Center to Hwy 111 & Golf Center Pkwybus 10
11h 13m
$41–65
Train, bus via Los Angeles
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Los Angelestrain Pacific Surfliner / ...
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Indio Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1000 / ...
9h 48m
$91–187
Drive 307.4 mi
1. Drive from San Luis Obispo to Indian Wellscar 307.4 mi
5h 32m
$57–81
Fly
1. Fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP)plane SBP - PSP
5h 19m
$316–672
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
2. Take the bus from Fullerton Amtrak Station to Palm Desert Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
10h 44m
$114–213
Train, bus via Fontana
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Los Angelestrain
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Fontanatrain
3. Take the bus from Fontana Metrolink Transit Center to Indio Bus Stationbus
11h 37m
$126–220

San Luis Obispo to Indian Wells by bus and foot

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Distance: 320.8 mi
Duration: 8h 20m

What companies run services between San Luis Obispo, CA, USA and Indian Wells, Riverside County, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum to Hwy 111 at El Dorado via Los Angeles Union Station, Indio Bus Station, and Hwy 111 at Golf Center Pkwy in around 8h 20m. Alternatively, United Airlines and American Airlines fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) every 4 hours.

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