What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Morro Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Barbara to Morro Bay is to bus via Santa Maria which costs $10 - $13 and takes 5h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Morro Bay?

The fastest way to get from Santa Barbara to Morro Bay is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Barbara and Morro Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Barbara to Morro Bay. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at Morro Bay Park via Amtrak Station and Government Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Barbara and Morro Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Barbara to Morro Bay. However, there are services departing from Santa Barbara and arriving at San Luis Obispo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Santa Barbara to Morro Bay?

The distance between Santa Barbara and Morro Bay is 125 miles. The road distance is 104.8 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Barbara to Morro Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Morro Bay without a car is to bus which takes 4h 58m and costs $40 - $60.

How long does it take to get from Santa Barbara to Morro Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Santa Barbara to Morro Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Morro Bay bus from?

Santa Barbara to Morro Bay bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Where do I catch the Santa Barbara to Morro Bay train from?

Santa Barbara to Morro Bay train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Barbara station.

Train or bus from Santa Barbara to Morro Bay?

The best way to get from Santa Barbara to Morro Bay is to bus which takes 4h 58m and costs $40 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $85 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Morro Bay bus arrive?

Santa Barbara to Morro Bay bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Luis Obispo station.

Where does the Santa Barbara to Morro Bay train arrive?

Santa Barbara to Morro Bay train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Luis Obispo station.

Can I drive from Santa Barbara to Morro Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Barbara to Morro Bay is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Santa Barbara to Morro Bay.

Where can I stay near Morro Bay?

There are 194+ hotels available in Morro Bay.

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There are 4 ways to get from Santa Barbara to Morro Bay by bus (Amtrak), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
4h 58m
$40–59
Bus via Santa Maria
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Anacapa at Anapamu to Santa Maria Transit Centerbus Midday
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Government Centerbus 10N
5h 22m
$10–13
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispotrain Coast Starlight / ...
5h 9m
$41–83
Drive 104.2 mi
1. Drive from Santa Barbara to Morro Baycar 104.2 mi
2h 4m
$19–28

Santa Barbara to Morro Bay by bus

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Distance: 124 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Santa Barbara, CA, USA and Morro Bay, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a bus from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo 3 times a day. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo 4 times a day. Tickets cost $35–80 and the journey takes 2h 31m.

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