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Grover Beach to Santa Cruz Bus Schedule
Bus from Grover Beach to Santa Cruz: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Grover Beach to Santa Cruz. Traveling by bus from Grover Beach to Santa Cruz usually takes around 28 hours and 3 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 150 mi (242 km) |
| Shortest duration | 28h 3m |
| Cheapest price | $68.00 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Grover Beach to Santa Cruz?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Grover Beach to Santa Cruz. Amtrak Thruway is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 1d 4h 3m | $68.00 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Grover Beach to Santa Cruz start at $68. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Grover Beach to Santa Cruz
The bus takes an average of 28 hours and 3 minutes to cover the 150 miles from Grover Beach to Santa Cruz. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
There is usually only one bus per day from Grover Beach to Santa Cruz. It leaves the station in Grover Beach at 9:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Grover Beach to Santa Cruz. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Grover Beach to Santa Cruz; ticket prices start at $99.00.
City Information
Grover Beach
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Grover Beach is a small beach town in San Luis Obispo, between Oceano and Pismo Beach. It's popularly known as the location of the Pacific Crossing cable Landing station. The main highlight is Grover beach, ideal for nature lovers and fun in the sun. The Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Recreation Area offers fun outdoor activities, including horse riding and driving motor ATVs, plus biplane rides, skydiving, and golfing.
Grover Beach features a laidback downtown area where you can check out restaurants, theatrical performances, and shopping centers. The small city organizes annual festivals and celebrations like the South County Holiday Parade, the Stone Soup Music Festival, and Street Faire.
You can easily access Grover Beach from tens of other cities through trains provided by Amtrak and buses by Amtrak Thruway. The town also offers bus lines within the city and the Multimodal Transportation Facility, bike racks, electric vehicle charging stations, and long-term parking.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Grover Beach?
Main departure station: 180 W Grand Ave
Most buses depart from the main station in Grover Beach.
All bus stations in Grover Beach:
180 W Grand Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Santa Cruz?
Main arrival station: Santa Cruz, California
All buses from Grover Beach arrive at one main station in Santa Cruz.
All bus stations in Santa Cruz:
Santa Cruz, California
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