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

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Atascadero is to bus via Santa Maria which costs $9 - $12 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Atascadero is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $19 - $28.

Is there a direct bus between Goleta and Atascadero?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to Atascadero. However, there are services departing from Hollister at Kellogg and arriving at El Camino Real & Traffic Way via Santa Maria Transit Center and Government Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Goleta to Atascadero?

The distance between Goleta and Atascadero is 124 miles. The road distance is 104.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Goleta to Atascadero without a car is to bus via Santa Maria which takes 5h 10m and costs $9 - $12.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Goleta to Atascadero, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Atascadero bus from?

Goleta to Atascadero bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, depart from Hollister at Kellogg station.

Train or bus from Goleta to Atascadero?

The best way to get from Goleta to Atascadero is to bus via Santa Maria which takes 5h 10m and costs $9 - $12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40 - $43 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Goleta to Atascadero bus arrive?

Goleta to Atascadero bus services, operated by Clean Air Express, arrive at Santa Maria Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Goleta to Atascadero?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Atascadero is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Goleta to Atascadero.

Where can I stay near Atascadero?

There are 369+ hotels available in Atascadero.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Goleta to Atascadero by bus, train (Amtrak), 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 via Santa Maria
best
1. Take the bus from Hollister at Kellogg to Santa Maria Transit CenterMidday
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Government Center10N
5h 10m
$9–12
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Goleta Amtrak to San Luis ObispoPacific Surfliner
5h 17m
$40–43
Drive 104.3 mi
1. Drive from Goleta to Atascadero104.3 mi
2h 6m
$19–28
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to Paso Robles Amtrak StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 37m

Goleta to Atascadero by bus

10Weekly Buses

5h 10mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 123 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Hollister at Kellogg to El Camino Real & Traffic Way via Santa Maria Transit Center and Government Center in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Goleta Amtrak to San Luis Obispo twice daily. Tickets cost $37–38 and the journey takes 2h 28m.

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