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

The cheapest way to get from Santa Ynez to San Luis Obispo is to bus via Santa Maria which costs $4 - $7 and takes 3h 13m.

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

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Santa Ynez to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from Sagunto St. & Meadowvale Rd. and arriving at San Luis Obispo via Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

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

The distance between Santa Ynez and San Luis Obispo is 70 miles. The road distance is 62.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Santa Ynez to San Luis Obispo without a car is to bus which takes 2h 48m and costs $22 - $35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Santa Ynez to San Luis Obispo, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Santa Ynez to San Luis Obispo?

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

Where can I stay near San Luis Obispo?

There are 273+ hotels available in San Luis Obispo.

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

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Solvang Amtrak Bus Stop to San Luis Obispobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2h 48m
$22–35
Bus via Santa Maria
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Ynez at Chumash to Transit Centerbus 20
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Government Centerbus 10N
3h 13m
$4–6
Drive 62 mi
1. Drive from Santa Ynez to San Luis Obispocar 62 mi
1h 14m
$12–17

Santa Ynez to San Luis Obispo by bus (Amtrak)

14Weekly Buses

2h 48mAverage Duration

$22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 70 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

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

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