What is the cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Pismo Beach?

The cheapest way to get from San Rafael to Pismo Beach is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Rafael to Pismo Beach?

The fastest way to get from San Rafael to Pismo Beach is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between San Rafael and Pismo Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from San Rafael to Pismo Beach. However, there are services departing from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A and arriving at James Way & Highland via 4th St & Market St, San Francisco and Cypress & Nicholson. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

How far is it from San Rafael to Pismo Beach?

The distance between San Rafael and Pismo Beach is 302 miles. The road distance is 259 miles.

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

The best way to get from San Rafael to Pismo Beach without a car is to bus which takes 8h 38m and costs $40 - $110.

How long does it take to get from San Rafael to Pismo Beach?

It takes approximately 8h 38m to get from San Rafael to Pismo Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Rafael to Pismo Beach bus from?

San Rafael to Pismo Beach bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Francisco station.

Train or bus from San Rafael to Pismo Beach?

The best way to get from San Rafael to Pismo Beach is to bus which takes 8h 38m and costs $40 - $110. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $390 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the San Rafael to Pismo Beach bus arrive?

San Rafael to Pismo Beach bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Santa Maria station.

Can I drive from San Rafael to Pismo Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between San Rafael to Pismo Beach is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from San Rafael to Pismo Beach.

Where can I stay near Pismo Beach?

There are 208+ hotels available in Pismo Beach.

San Rafael to Pismo Beach - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from San Rafael to Pismo Beach by bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, bus, plane, 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 (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from San Francisco to Santa Mariabus FlixBus 2005
8h 38m
$40–103
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Oakland to San Luis Obispotrain Coast Starlight
8h 50m
$104–382
Drive 257.5 mi
1. Drive from San Rafael to Pismo Beachcar 257.5 mi
4h 30m
$47–68
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from San Rafael Transit Center-Platform A to Hwy 101 @ Seminary Dr Bus Padbus
2. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)plane SFO - SBP
3. Take the bus from Government Center to Pismo Beach Premium Outletsbus
6h 20m
$59–296
Bus via Paso Robles
1. Take the bus from San Francisco to Paso Robles Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from North County Transit Center to Government Centerbus 9S
9h 57m

San Rafael to Pismo Beach by bus (Flixbus)

2Weekly Buses

8h 38mAverage Duration

$40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 300.6 mi
Duration: 8h 38m

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

Flixbus USA operates a bus from San Francisco to Santa Maria twice a week. Tickets cost $30–90 and the journey takes 5h. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Oakland to San Luis Obispo once daily. Tickets cost $55–320 and the journey takes 6h 15m.

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