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

The cheapest way to get from Walnut to San Luis Obispo is to bus via Los Angeles which costs $30 - $65 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Walnut to San Luis Obispo is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Walnut and San Luis Obispo?

No, there is no direct bus from Walnut to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from Valley Blvd and Lemon Ave and arriving at San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum via El Monte Station - Lower Level and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Walnut and San Luis Obispo?

No, there is no direct train from Walnut to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from Covina and arriving at San Luis Obispo via Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

How far is it from Walnut to San Luis Obispo?

The distance between Walnut and San Luis Obispo is 253 miles. The road distance is 211.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Walnut to San Luis Obispo without a car is to train which takes 7h 2m and costs $100 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 2m to get from Walnut to San Luis Obispo, including transfers.

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

Walnut to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by FlixBus-us, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

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

Walnut to San Luis Obispo train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train or bus from Walnut to San Luis Obispo?

The best way to get from Walnut to San Luis Obispo is to train which takes 7h 2m and costs $100 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus via Los Angeles, which costs $30 - $65 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Walnut to San Luis Obispo bus arrive?

Walnut to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by FlixBus-us, arrive at San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum station.

Where does the Walnut to San Luis Obispo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Walnut to San Luis Obispo?

Yes, the driving distance between Walnut to San Luis Obispo is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Walnut to San Luis Obispo.

Where can I stay near San Luis Obispo?

There are 287+ hotels available in San Luis Obispo.

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There are 5 ways to get from Walnut to San Luis Obispo by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), car, bus, or plane

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispotrain Coast Starlight / ...
7h 2m
$109–198
Bus via Los Angeles
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Luis Obispo Railroad Museumbus FlixBus 2005
7h 7m
$33–62
Drive 209.9 mi
1. Drive from Walnut to San Luis Obispocar 209.9 mi
3h 56m
$39–56
Line 194 bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Valley Blvd and Lemon Ave to El Monte Station Lower Levelbus
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)plane LAX - SBP
5h 22m
$231–462
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispobus Ans 6238
8h 14m

Walnut to San Luis Obispo by bus

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Distance: 251.6 mi
Duration: 7h 2m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo 4 times a day. Tickets cost $70–150 and the journey takes 5h 1m. Alternatively, FlixBus-us operates a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum 4 times a week, and the journey takes 3h 55m. Flixbus USA also services this route 4 times a week.

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