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

The cheapest way to get from Cambria to Carpinteria is to bus which costs $12 - $18 and takes 7h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambria to Carpinteria is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Cambria and Carpinteria?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambria to Carpinteria. However, there are services departing from Burton & Main and arriving at Carpinteria & Maple via Morro Bay Park, Government Center, Santa Maria Transit Center and Anapamu & State. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

How far is it from Cambria to Carpinteria?

The distance between Cambria and Carpinteria is 167 miles. The road distance is 136 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambria to Carpinteria without a car is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs $35 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Cambria to Carpinteria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambria to Carpinteria bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cambria to Carpinteria?

The best way to get from Cambria to Carpinteria is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs $35 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 - $18 and takes 7h 51m.

Where does the Cambria to Carpinteria bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cambria to Carpinteria?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambria to Carpinteria is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Cambria to Carpinteria.

Where can I stay near Carpinteria?

There are 299+ hotels available in Carpinteria.

Cambria to Carpinteria - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cambria to Carpinteria by train (Amtrak), bus, or car

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
6h 44m
$39–56
Bus
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
7h 51m
$12–18
Drive 135.3 mi
1. Drive from Cambria to Carpinteriacar 135.3 mi
2h 39m
$25–36

Cambria to Carpinteria by bus

10Weekly Buses

7h 51mAverage Duration

$12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 165.6 mi
Duration: 6h 44m

What companies run services between Cambria, 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 Burton & Main to Carpinteria & Maple via Morro Bay Park, Government Center, Santa Maria Transit Center, Chapala at Figueroa, and Anapamu & State in around 7h 51m.

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