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

The cheapest way to get from Watsonville to San Luis Obispo is to bus via King City which costs $10 - $18 and takes 7h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watsonville to San Luis Obispo is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $26 - $40.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Watsonville to San Luis Obispo. However, there are services departing from Rodriguez / Second and arriving at San Luis Obispo via Salinas. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

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

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

How far is it from Watsonville to San Luis Obispo?

The distance between Watsonville and San Luis Obispo is 152 miles. The road distance is 145.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watsonville to San Luis Obispo without a car is to bus which takes 5h 3m and costs $40 - $65.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Watsonville to San Luis Obispo, including transfers.

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

Watsonville to San Luis Obispo bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

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

Watsonville to San Luis Obispo train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Salinas station.

Train or bus from Watsonville to San Luis Obispo?

The best way to get from Watsonville to San Luis Obispo is to bus which takes 5h 3m and costs $40 - $65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $95 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Watsonville to San Luis Obispo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Watsonville to San Luis Obispo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watsonville to San Luis Obispo?

Yes, the driving distance between Watsonville to San Luis Obispo is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Watsonville to San Luis Obispo.

Where can I stay near San Luis Obispo?

There are 284+ hotels available in San Luis Obispo.

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

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

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Bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the bus from Salinas to San Luis Obispobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 3m
$43–63
Bus via King City
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to Canal / Bassett Streetbus 23 / ...
2. Take the bus from Canal / Bassett Street to North County Transportation Ctr / Paso Roblesbus 84
3. Take the bus from North County Transit Center to Government Centerbus 9S
7h 39m
$11–17
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Salinas to San Luis Obispotrain Coast Starlight
5h 5m
$43–93
Drive 144.8 mi
1. Drive from Watsonville to San Luis Obispocar 144.8 mi
2h 35m
$27–39

Watsonville to San Luis Obispo by bus and foot (Amtrak)

28Weekly Services

5h 3mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 150.8 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

Amtrak operates a bus from Salinas to San Luis Obispo 4 times a day. Tickets cost $40–60 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Salinas to San Luis Obispo once daily. Tickets cost $40–90 and the journey takes 3h 18m.

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