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

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Nipomo is to bus which costs $7 - $10 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Nipomo is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between Goleta and Nipomo?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to Nipomo. However, there are services departing from Hollister at Kellogg and arriving at Thompson & Branch via Santa Maria Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Goleta to Nipomo?

The distance between Goleta and Nipomo is 95 miles. The road distance is 66.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Goleta to Nipomo without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs $45 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Goleta to Nipomo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Nipomo bus from?

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

Train or bus from Goleta to Nipomo?

The best way to get from Goleta to Nipomo is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs $45 - $110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $7 - $10 and takes 2h 41m.

Where does the Goleta to Nipomo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Goleta to Nipomo?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Nipomo is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Goleta to Nipomo.

Where can I stay near Nipomo?

There are 171+ hotels available in Nipomo.

Goleta to Nipomo - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Goleta to Nipomo 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 Goleta Station to Guadalupe Amtrak StationPacific Surfliner
1h 57m
$46–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hollister at Kellogg to Santa Maria Transit CenterMidday
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Thompson & Branch10N
2h 41m
$7–10
Drive 66.1 mi
1. Drive from Goleta to Nipomo66.1 mi
1h 21m
$13–18

Goleta to Nipomo by bus

10Weekly Buses

2h 41mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 94.7 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Goleta Station to Guadalupe Amtrak Station twice daily. Tickets cost $11–65 and the journey takes 1h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hollister at Kellogg to Thompson & Branch via Santa Maria Transit Center in around 2h 41m.

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