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

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Morro Bay is to bus via Santa Maria which costs $9 - $12 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Morro Bay is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $18 - $27.

Is there a direct bus between Goleta and Morro Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to Morro Bay. However, there are services departing from Hollister at Kellogg and arriving at Morro Bay Park via Santa Maria Transit Center and Government Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Goleta to Morro Bay?

The distance between Goleta and Morro Bay is 118 miles. The road distance is 101 miles.

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

The best way to get from Goleta to Morro Bay without a car is to bus via Santa Maria which takes 4h 59m and costs $9 - $12.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Goleta to Morro Bay, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Goleta to Morro Bay?

The best way to get from Goleta to Morro Bay is to bus via Santa Maria which takes 4h 59m and costs $9 - $12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $35 - $50 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Goleta to Morro Bay bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Goleta to Morro Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Morro Bay is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Goleta to Morro Bay.

Where can I stay near Morro Bay?

There are 223+ hotels available in Morro Bay.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Goleta to Morro Bay 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
4h 59m
$9–12
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Goleta Station to San Luis ObispoPacific Surfliner
5h 6m
$40–48
Drive 100.4 mi
1. Drive from Goleta to Morro Bay100.4 mi
2h 2m
$19–27
Bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Uc Santa Barbara Amtrak Bus Stop to San Luis ObispoAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
5h 59m

Goleta to Morro Bay by bus

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4h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 117.7 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Hollister at Kellogg to Morro Bay Park via Santa Maria Transit Center and Government Center in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Goleta Station to San Luis Obispo twice daily. Tickets cost $35–45 and the journey takes 2h 28m.

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