What is the cheapest way to get from Santa Clarita to Atascadero?

The cheapest way to get from Santa Clarita to Atascadero is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Santa Clarita to Atascadero?

The fastest way to get from Santa Clarita to Atascadero is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Santa Clarita and Atascadero?

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Clarita station to Atascadero. However, there are services departing from Santa Clarita-Newhall Amtrak Station and arriving at El Camino Real & Entrada via Los Angeles UCLA and North County Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Santa Clarita and Atascadero?

No, there is no direct train from Santa Clarita to Atascadero. However, there are services departing from Newhall and arriving at San Luis Obispo via Burbank. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

How far is it from Santa Clarita to Atascadero?

The distance between Santa Clarita and Atascadero is 250 miles. The road distance is 185 miles.

How do I travel from Santa Clarita to Atascadero without a car?

The best way to get from Santa Clarita to Atascadero without a car is to train via San Luis Obispo which takes 8h 26m and costs $70 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Santa Clarita to Atascadero?

It takes approximately 8h 26m to get from Santa Clarita to Atascadero, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Santa Clarita to Atascadero bus from?

Santa Clarita to Atascadero bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Santa Clarita-Newhall Amtrak Station.

Where do I catch the Santa Clarita to Atascadero train from?

Santa Clarita to Atascadero train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Burbank station.

Train or bus from Santa Clarita to Atascadero?

The best way to get from Santa Clarita to Atascadero is to train via San Luis Obispo which takes 8h 26m and costs $70 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 6m.

Where does the Santa Clarita to Atascadero bus arrive?

Santa Clarita to Atascadero bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Westwood Ucla Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Where does the Santa Clarita to Atascadero train arrive?

Santa Clarita to Atascadero train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at San Luis Obispo station.

Can I drive from Santa Clarita to Atascadero?

Yes, the driving distance between Santa Clarita to Atascadero is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Santa Clarita to Atascadero.

Where can I stay near Atascadero?

There are 370+ hotels available in Atascadero.

Santa Clarita to Atascadero - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromSanta Clarita to Atascadero

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Santa Clarita to Atascadero by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via San Luis Obispo (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Burbank to San Luis Obispotrain Pacific Surfliner
8h 26m
$72–150
Drive 183.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Santa Clarita to Atascaderocar 183.9 mi
3h 16m
$34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Santa Clarita-Newhall Amtrak Station to Westwood Ucla Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles UCLA to Paso Roblesbus Ans 6238
9h 6m
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Van Nuys to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationtrain Coast Starlight
9h 27m
$83–174

Santa Clarita to Atascadero by train and bus (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

8h 26mAverage Duration

$72Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Santa Clarita to Atascadero.

Launch map view

Distance: 248.8 mi
Duration: 8h 26m

What companies run services between Santa Clarita, CA, USA and Atascadero, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Burbank to San Luis Obispo twice daily. Tickets cost $65–140 and the journey takes 5h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Clarita-Newhall Amtrak Station to El Camino Real & Entrada via Los Angeles UCLA, Paso Robles, and North County Transit Center in around 9h 6m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.