What is the cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to Morro Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Carpinteria to Morro Bay is to line 20 bus and bus via Santa Maria which costs $10 - $15 and takes 7h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carpinteria to Morro Bay?

The fastest way to get from Carpinteria to Morro Bay is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Carpinteria and Morro Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Carpinteria to Morro Bay. However, there are services departing from Carpinteria & Eugenia and arriving at Morro Bay Park via Chapala at Figueroa, Santa Maria Transit Center and Government Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

How far is it from Carpinteria to Morro Bay?

The distance between Carpinteria and Morro Bay is 145 miles. The road distance is 115.7 miles.

How do I travel from Carpinteria to Morro Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Carpinteria to Morro Bay without a car is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs $35 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Carpinteria to Morro Bay?

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Carpinteria to Morro Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carpinteria to Morro Bay bus from?

Carpinteria to Morro Bay bus services, operated by Santa Barbara MTD, depart from Carpinteria & Eugenia station.

Train or bus from Carpinteria to Morro Bay?

The best way to get from Carpinteria to Morro Bay is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs $35 - $45. Alternatively, you can line 20 bus and bus via Santa Maria, which costs $10 - $15 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Carpinteria to Morro Bay bus arrive?

Carpinteria to Morro Bay bus services, operated by Santa Barbara MTD, arrive at Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Carpinteria to Morro Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Carpinteria to Morro Bay is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Carpinteria to Morro Bay.

Where can I stay near Morro Bay?

There are 121+ hotels available in Morro Bay.

Carpinteria to Morro Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, line 20 bus, bus

There are 4 ways to get from Carpinteria to Morro Bay 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 Carpinteria Station to San Luis Obispotrain Pacific Surfliner
5h 41m
$36–44
Line 20 bus, bus via Santa Maria
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carpinteria & Eugenia to Transit Centerbus 20
2. Take the bus from Chapala at Figueroa to Santa Maria Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Government Centerbus 10N
7h 8m
$10–15
Drive 115 mi
1. Drive from Carpinteria to Morro Baycar 115 mi
2h 15m
$21–31
Line 20 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Carpinteria & Eugenia to Transit Centerbus 20
2. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to San Luis Obispobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 22m

Carpinteria to Morro Bay by bus

10Weekly Buses

7h 8mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Carpinteria to Morro Bay.

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Distance: 143.7 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Carpinteria, CA, USA and Morro Bay, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Carpinteria Station to San Luis Obispo twice daily. Tickets cost $33–39 and the journey takes 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carpinteria & Eugenia to Morro Bay Park via Transit Center, Chapala at Figueroa, Santa Maria Transit Center, and Government Center in around 7h 8m.

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