What is the cheapest way to get from Atascadero to Carpinteria?

The cheapest way to get from Atascadero to Carpinteria is to bus via Santa Maria which costs $11 - $17 and takes 6h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Atascadero to Carpinteria?

The fastest way to get from Atascadero to Carpinteria is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Atascadero and Carpinteria?

No, there is no direct bus from Atascadero to Carpinteria. However, there are services departing from El Camino Real & Entrada and arriving at Carpinteria & Maple via Government Center, Santa Maria Transit Center and Anapamu & State. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Atascadero to Carpinteria?

The distance between Atascadero and Carpinteria is 150 miles. The road distance is 119.6 miles.

How do I travel from Atascadero to Carpinteria without a car?

The best way to get from Atascadero to Carpinteria without a car is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs $35 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Atascadero to Carpinteria?

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Atascadero to Carpinteria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Atascadero to Carpinteria bus from?

Atascadero to Carpinteria bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, depart from Government Center station.

Train or bus from Atascadero to Carpinteria?

The best way to get from Atascadero to Carpinteria is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs $35 - $55. Alternatively, you can bus via Santa Maria, which costs $11 - $17 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Atascadero to Carpinteria bus arrive?

Atascadero to Carpinteria bus services, operated by San Luis Obispo RTA, arrive at Santa Maria Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Atascadero to Carpinteria?

Yes, the driving distance between Atascadero to Carpinteria is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Atascadero to Carpinteria.

Where can I stay near Carpinteria?

There are 267+ hotels available in Carpinteria.

Atascadero to Carpinteria - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Atascadero to Carpinteria by train (Amtrak), bus, car, or bus (Amtrak)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Carpinteria Stationtrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 30m
$38–55
Bus via Santa Maria
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Government Center to Santa Maria Transit Centerbus 10S
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Chapala at Figueroabus Midday
6h 37m
$11–17
Drive 118.9 mi
1. Drive from Atascadero to Carpinteriacar 118.9 mi
2h 18m
$22–32
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Paso Robles Amtrak Station to Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
6h 39m

Atascadero to Carpinteria by bus

10Weekly Buses

6h 37mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 149 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Atascadero, CA, USA and Carpinteria, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Luis Obispo to Carpinteria Station twice daily. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 2h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Camino Real & Entrada to Carpinteria & Maple via Government Center, Santa Maria Transit Center, Chapala at Figueroa, and Anapamu & State in around 6h 37m.

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