What is the cheapest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Santa Ynez?

The cheapest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Santa Ynez is to bus via Santa Maria which costs $4 - $7 and takes 3h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Santa Ynez?

The fastest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Santa Ynez is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between San Luis Obispo and Santa Ynez?

No, there is no direct bus from San Luis Obispo to Santa Ynez. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Cuesta St. & Pine St. via Solvang Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from San Luis Obispo to Santa Ynez?

The distance between San Luis Obispo and Santa Ynez is 71 miles. The road distance is 62.3 miles.

How do I travel from San Luis Obispo to Santa Ynez without a car?

The best way to get from San Luis Obispo to Santa Ynez without a car is to bus which takes 2h 16m and costs $22 - $35.

How long does it take to get from San Luis Obispo to Santa Ynez?

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from San Luis Obispo to Santa Ynez, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Luis Obispo to Santa Ynez bus from?

San Luis Obispo to Santa Ynez bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Where does the San Luis Obispo to Santa Ynez bus arrive?

San Luis Obispo to Santa Ynez bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Can I drive from San Luis Obispo to Santa Ynez?

Yes, the driving distance between San Luis Obispo to Santa Ynez is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from San Luis Obispo to Santa Ynez.

Where can I stay near Santa Ynez?

There are 57+ hotels available in Santa Ynez.

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There are 3 ways to get from San Luis Obispo to Santa Ynez by bus (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to Solvang Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2h 16m
$22–35
Bus via Santa Maria
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Government Center to Santa Maria Transit Centerbus 10S
2. Take the bus from Transit Center to Santa Ynez at Chumashbus 20
3h 9m
$5–6
Drive 62 mi
1. Drive from San Luis Obispo to Santa Ynezcar 62 mi
1h 14m
$12–17

San Luis Obispo to Santa Ynez by bus (Amtrak)

14Weekly Buses

2h 16mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 70.6 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between San Luis Obispo, CA, USA and Santa Ynez, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from San Luis Obispo to Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop twice daily. Tickets cost $22–35 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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