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

The cheapest way to get from Gilroy to Morro Bay is to bus via King City which costs $11 - $19 and takes 8h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gilroy to Morro Bay is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Gilroy and Morro Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Gilroy station to Morro Bay. However, there are services departing from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station and arriving at Morro Bay Park via Salinas, Amtrak Station and Government Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

How far is it from Gilroy to Morro Bay?

The distance between Gilroy and Morro Bay is 173 miles. The road distance is 154.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gilroy to Morro Bay without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 10m and costs $28 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Gilroy to Morro Bay, including transfers.

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

Gilroy to Morro Bay bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, depart from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station.

Where does the Gilroy to Morro Bay bus arrive?

Gilroy to Morro Bay bus services, operated by Monterey-Salinas Transit, arrive at Salinas Intermodal Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Gilroy to Morro Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Gilroy to Morro Bay is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Gilroy to Morro Bay.

Where can I stay near Morro Bay?

There are 208+ hotels available in Morro Bay.

Gilroy to Morro Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Gilroy to Morro Bay by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station to Salinas Intermodal Transit Centerbus 59
2. Take the train from Salinas to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from North County Transit Center to Government Centerbus 9S
7h 10m
$29–59
Bus via King City
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station to Salinas Transit Center / Gate 3bus 59
2. Take the bus from Salinas Transit Center / Gate 9 to Canal / Bassett Streetbus 23 / ...
3. Take the bus from Canal / Bassett Street to North County Transportation Ctr / Paso Roblesbus 84
4. Take the bus from North County Transit Center to Government Centerbus 9S
8h 33m
$12–19
Drive 153.5 mi
1. Drive from Gilroy to Morro Baycar 153.5 mi
2h 46m
$28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station to Salinas Intermodal Transit Centerbus 59
2. Take the bus from Salinas to San Luis Obispobus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
7h 19m

Gilroy to Morro Bay by bus and train

7Weekly Services

7h 10mAverage Duration

$29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.3 mi
Duration: 7h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Monterey / Gilroy Train Station to Morro Bay Park via Salinas, Amtrak Station, Downtown Transit Center, and Government Center in around 7h 19m.

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