What is the cheapest way to get from Lompoc to Watsonville?

The cheapest way to get from Lompoc to Watsonville is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lompoc to Watsonville?

The fastest way to get from Lompoc to Watsonville is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Lompoc and Watsonville?

No, there is no direct bus from Lompoc to Watsonville. However, there are services departing from Lompoc Transit Hub and arriving at Rodriguez / Second via Transit Center, Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

How far is it from Lompoc to Watsonville?

The distance between Lompoc and Watsonville is 210 miles. The road distance is 198.8 miles.

How do I travel from Lompoc to Watsonville without a car?

The best way to get from Lompoc to Watsonville without a car is to taxi and train which takes 7h 16m and costs $140 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Lompoc to Watsonville?

It takes approximately 7h 16m to get from Lompoc to Watsonville, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lompoc to Watsonville bus from?

Lompoc to Watsonville bus services, operated by Santa Maria Area Transit, depart from Lompoc Transit Hub station.

Where does the Lompoc to Watsonville bus arrive?

Lompoc to Watsonville bus services, operated by Santa Maria Area Transit, arrive at Transit Center station.

Can I drive from Lompoc to Watsonville?

Yes, the driving distance between Lompoc to Watsonville is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Lompoc to Watsonville.

Where can I stay near Watsonville?

There are 150+ hotels available in Watsonville.

Lompoc to Watsonville - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 5 ways to get from Lompoc to Watsonville by taxi, train, bus (Amtrak, Flixbus), car, bus, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Lompoc to Guadalupe Amtrak Station
2. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to SalinasCoast Starlight
7h 16m
$140–232
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lompoc Transit Hub to Transit Center30
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop to SalinasAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
8h 40m
$25–93
Drive 197.7 mi
1. Drive from Lompoc to Watsonville197.7 mi
3h 49m
$37–53
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Lompoc Transit Hub to Transit Center30
2. Take a shuttle bus from Santa Maria to WatsonvilleCbx
6h 9m
$38–54
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lompoc Transit Hub to Transit Center30
2. Take the bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Government Center10N
3. Take the train from San Luis Obispo to Salinas
10h 18m
$47–77

Lompoc to Watsonville by bus and foot

25Weekly Services

8h 40mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 208.4 mi
Duration: 7h 16m

What companies run services between Lompoc, CA, USA and Watsonville, CA, USA?

You can take a bus from Lompoc Transit Hub to Rodriguez / Second via Transit Center, Cypress at N Nicholson, Santa Maria Amtrak Bus Stop, Salinas, and Salinas Transit Center / Gate 1 in around 8h 40m.

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