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

The cheapest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Ventura is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Ventura is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between San Luis Obispo and Ventura?

No, there is no direct bus from San Luis Obispo to Ventura. However, there are services departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Santa Clara and Oak EB via UCSB Bus Loop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between San Luis Obispo and Ventura?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Ventura Amtrak. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from San Luis Obispo to Ventura?

The distance between San Luis Obispo and Ventura is 146 miles. The road distance is 118.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Luis Obispo to Ventura without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs $45 - $95.

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

The train from San Luis Obispo to Ventura Amtrak takes 3h 28m including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from San Luis Obispo to Ventura?

The best way to get from San Luis Obispo to Ventura is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs $45 - $95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the San Luis Obispo to Ventura bus arrive?

San Luis Obispo to Ventura bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the San Luis Obispo to Ventura train arrive?

San Luis Obispo to Ventura train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Ventura Amtrak station.

Can I drive from San Luis Obispo to Ventura?

Yes, the driving distance between San Luis Obispo to Ventura is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from San Luis Obispo to Ventura.

How do I get a train ticket from San Luis Obispo to Ventura?

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How do I get a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Ventura?

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Ventura Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
3h 28m
$45–95
Drive 118.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from San Luis Obispo to Venturacar 118.2 mi
2h 16m
$22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from San Luis Obispo to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from UCSB Bus Loop to Santa Clara and Oak EBbus 88 / ...
4h 42m
$36–53

San Luis Obispo to Ventura by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 145.1 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between San Luis Obispo, CA, USA and Ventura, Ventura County, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Luis Obispo to Ventura Amtrak 3 times a day. Tickets cost $45–95 and the journey takes 3h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from San Luis Obispo to Santa Clara and Oak EB via UCSB Bus Loop in around 4h 42m.

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