What is the cheapest way to get from Goleta to Pismo Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Goleta to Pismo Beach is to bus which costs $9 - $11 and takes 3h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Goleta to Pismo Beach?

The fastest way to get from Goleta to Pismo Beach is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Goleta and Pismo Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Goleta to Pismo Beach. However, there are services departing from Hollister at Kellogg and arriving at James Way & Highland via Santa Maria Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Goleta to Pismo Beach?

The distance between Goleta and Pismo Beach is 100 miles. The road distance is 78.4 miles.

How do I travel from Goleta to Pismo Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Goleta to Pismo Beach without a car is to train which takes 2h and costs $49 - $53.

How long does it take to get from Goleta to Pismo Beach?

It takes approximately 2h to get from Goleta to Pismo Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Goleta to Pismo Beach bus from?

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

Train or bus from Goleta to Pismo Beach?

The best way to get from Goleta to Pismo Beach is to train which takes 2h and costs $49 - $53. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9 - $11 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Goleta to Pismo Beach bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Goleta to Pismo Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Goleta to Pismo Beach is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Goleta to Pismo Beach.

Where can I stay near Pismo Beach?

There are 235+ hotels available in Pismo Beach.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Goleta to Pismo Beach 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 Grover Beach Amtraktrain Pacific Surfliner
2h
$49–53
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hollister at Kellogg to Santa Maria Transit Centerbus Midday
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to James Way & Highlandbus 10N
3h 8m
$9–11
Drive 77.9 mi
1. Drive from Goleta to Pismo Beachcar 77.9 mi
1h 33m
$15–21

Goleta to Pismo Beach by bus

10Weekly Buses

3h 8mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Goleta to Pismo Beach.

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Distance: 99.1 mi
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Goleta, CA, USA and Pismo Beach, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Goleta Station to Grover Beach Amtrak twice daily. Tickets cost $40–41 and the journey takes 1h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hollister at Kellogg to James Way & Highland via Santa Maria Transit Center in around 3h 8m.

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