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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from San Luis Obispo to Big Sur

Composite routes from San Luis Obispo to Big Sur

Cheapest
2 h 8 min
Car
171 km.
from $9

Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Luis Obispo to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.14–$102.05
Bus from San Luis Obispo to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a day

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.03–$61.23

Monterey-Salinas Transit

Phone:
1-888-678-2871
Email:
customerservice@mst.org
Website:
mst.org/
Bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 7 to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$3.83
Bus from Monterey Transit Plaza / Gate 3 Pearl to Carmel
Ave. Duration:
25 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.30–$3.32

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Big Sur is to drive which costs $19.57 - $29.35 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Big Sur is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs $19.57 - $29.35 .

How far is it from San Luis Obispo to Big Sur?

The distance between San Luis Obispo and Big Sur is 274 km. The road distance is 178.5 km.

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

The best way to get from San Luis Obispo to Big Sur without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 3h and costs $141.30 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from San Luis Obispo to Big Sur, including transfers.

Can I drive from San Luis Obispo to Big Sur?

Yes, the driving distance between San Luis Obispo to Big Sur is 179 km. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from San Luis Obispo to Big Sur.

Where can I stay near Big Sur?

There are 21+ hotels available in Big Sur. Prices start at $116.92 per night.
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