Mammoth Lakes to San Luis Obispo

• Traffic

  Avoid the US-101 during rush hour.
• Fuel Stops

  Fill up in the Central Valley to avoid higher prices in the coastal area.
• Navigation

  Use a real-time traffic app to navigate the freeway system.
• Weather

  San Luis Obispo can be cool; bring a light jacket.
• Parking

  Parking in San Luis Obispo is generally easier than in coastal cities.

• Highway Safety

  Stay alert for lane changes on the busy freeways.
• Emergency Kit

  Keep a spare tire and jack in your car.
• Visibility

  Use your headlights during the early morning.
• Vehicle Maintenance

  Check your brakes before the long drive.

• Is San Luis Obispo near the coast?
  Yes, it is near the Central Coast.
• How long is the drive?
  It takes about 8 hours.
• Are there trains to San Luis Obispo?
  Amtrak serves San Luis Obispo, but there is no rail from Mammoth.
• What is the best route?
  US-395 South to CA-58 West to US-101 North is the standard route.
• Is it safe to drive?
  Yes, it is a major highway route.

• From Mammoth Lakes, California, United States
• To San Luis Obispo, California, United States
• Modes

Spring and Fall for pleasant coastal weather.