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

The cheapest way to get from Simi Valley to San Luis Obispo is to drive which costs $27 - $40 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Simi Valley to San Luis Obispo is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs $27 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Simi Valley and San Luis Obispo?

No, there is no direct bus from Simi Valley to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from Simi Town Center WB and arriving at San Luis Obispo via Camarillo station and Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Simi Valley and San Luis Obispo?

No, there is no direct train from Simi Valley to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from Moorpark Amtrak and arriving at San Luis Obispo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Simi Valley to San Luis Obispo?

The distance between Simi Valley and San Luis Obispo is 185 miles. The road distance is 151.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Simi Valley to San Luis Obispo without a car is to train via Moorpark Amtrak which takes 5h 30m and costs $55 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Simi Valley to San Luis Obispo, including transfers.

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

Simi Valley to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by Ventura County Transportation Commission, depart from Camarillo station.

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

Simi Valley to San Luis Obispo train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Moorpark Amtrak station.

Train or bus from Simi Valley to San Luis Obispo?

The best way to get from Simi Valley to San Luis Obispo is to train via Moorpark Amtrak which takes 5h 30m and costs $55 - $130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $60 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Simi Valley to San Luis Obispo bus arrive?

Simi Valley to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by Ventura County Transportation Commission, arrive at UCSB Bus Loop station.

Where does the Simi Valley to San Luis Obispo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Simi Valley to San Luis Obispo?

Yes, the driving distance between Simi Valley to San Luis Obispo is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Simi Valley to San Luis Obispo.

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

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Where can I stay near San Luis Obispo?

There are 287+ hotels available in San Luis Obispo.

Simi Valley to San Luis Obispo - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Simi Valley to San Luis Obispo by train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak), or car

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Train via Moorpark Amtrak (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Moorpark Amtrak to San Luis Obispotrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 30m
$57–124
Drive 150.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Simi Valley to San Luis Obispocar 150.9 mi
2h 54m
$28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Camarillo station to UCSB Bus Loopbus 87 / ...
2. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to San Luis Obispobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 39m
$33–58
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Simi Valley Amtrak to San Luis Obispotrain Coast Starlight / ...
5h 45m
$60–132

Simi Valley to San Luis Obispo by bus and train (Amtrak)

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5h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 183.7 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Simi Valley, CA, USA and San Luis Obispo, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Moorpark Amtrak to San Luis Obispo 3 times a day. Tickets cost $55–120 and the journey takes 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Simi Town Center WB to San Luis Obispo via Camarillo station and Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop in around 6h 39m.

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