What is the cheapest way to get from Ventura to Morro Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Ventura to Morro Bay is to bus via Goleta which costs $11 - $17 and takes 6h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ventura to Morro Bay?

The fastest way to get from Ventura to Morro Bay is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Ventura and Morro Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Ventura to Morro Bay. However, there are services departing from Santa Clara and Oak WB and arriving at Morro Bay Park via Hollister at Kellogg, Santa Maria Transit Center and Government Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Ventura and Morro Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Ventura to Morro Bay. However, there are services departing from Ventura Amtrak and arriving at San Luis Obispo via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Ventura to Morro Bay?

The distance between Ventura and Morro Bay is 161 miles. The road distance is 131.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ventura to Morro Bay without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs $45 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Ventura to Morro Bay?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Ventura to Morro Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ventura to Morro Bay bus from?

Ventura to Morro Bay bus services, operated by Ventura County Transportation Commission, depart from Santa Clara and Oak WB station.

Where do I catch the Ventura to Morro Bay train from?

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

Train or bus from Ventura to Morro Bay?

The best way to get from Ventura to Morro Bay is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs $45 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus via Goleta, which costs $11 - $17 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Ventura to Morro Bay bus arrive?

Ventura to Morro Bay bus services, operated by Ventura County Transportation Commission, arrive at Hollister and Kellogg WB station.

Where does the Ventura to Morro Bay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ventura to Morro Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Ventura to Morro Bay is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Ventura to Morro Bay.

Where can I stay near Morro Bay?

There are 232+ hotels available in Morro Bay.

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

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Ventura Amtrak to San Luis Obispotrain Pacific Surfliner
6h 20m
$49–100
Bus via Goleta
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Santa Clara and Oak WB to Hollister and Kellogg WBbus 85 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hollister at Kellogg to Santa Maria Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Government Centerbus 10N
6h 53m
$12–17
Drive 131.2 mi
1. Drive from Ventura to Morro Baycar 131.2 mi
2h 31m
$24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ventura, CA to Santa Maria Airport, CAbus
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Government Centerbus 10N
7h 25m
$75–90

Ventura to Morro Bay by bus

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Distance: 160 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Ventura, Ventura County, CA, USA and Morro Bay, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Ventura Amtrak to San Luis Obispo 3 times a day. Tickets cost $45–95 and the journey takes 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Santa Clara and Oak WB to Morro Bay Park via Hollister at Kellogg, Santa Maria Transit Center, and Government Center in around 6h 53m.

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