Coast Flyer FAQ

What is the Coast Flyer?

The Coast Flyer is the most convenient, comforable and affordable way to get to LAX and the Long Beach and San Pedro Cruise Ship Ports from the Central Coast! The Coast Flyer runs six times a day, in partnership with Santa Barbara AirBus.

 

 

Where are the Pickup Locations?
Stop Location Link
San Luis Obispo

RTA/SLO Transit Bus Center
800 Block of Osos Street between Mill and Palm St.
(North of SLO City Hall and Library - zig zag curbs)

 San Luis Obispo Stop
Pismo Beach

Five Cities Drive
Outlets Center RTA Bus Stop
(Behind Ralph Lauren/Polo Store)

 Pismo Beach Stop
Santa Maria

260 Nicholson Ave
RTA Bus Stop in Front of IHOP Restaurant (Nicholson and Main)

 Santa Maria Stop
Buellton

Bear Creek Road and Avenue of the Flags, South of HWY 246
At pull out area just north of the Park and Ride (In front of RV park)

 Buellton Stop
Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)

RESERVATION REQUIRED

Outside of the SBA terminal.

 SBA Stop
Goleta

 5755 Thornwood Drive
(Santa Barbara AirBus Terminal)
Bus Transfer Location

 Buellton Stop
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

~Drop Off - Departure (Upper Level) in front of every terminal
~Pick Up - Arrival (Lower Lever) on Bus Island, Under Green sign that reads "Fly-Away Buses & Long Distance Vans" in front of each terminal
Click here to see the LAX Terminal Map.

 LAX
San Pedro Port

Port of Los Angeles
Pick up and drop off right in front at the horse shoe building

 San Pedro
Long Beach Port Pick up and drop off at the bus loading zone next to the multi-level parking structure near the Queen Mary and Carnival Cruise Lines. This location is approximately 1.5 miles walking distance to the Catalina Express at Catalina Landing. Long Beach

 

 

What are the Route Times?

The Coast Flyer runs six times a day. Select a pickup location and departure date or see all the available times by clicking here.


 

What is the Baggage Policy?

Each customer is allowed two standard size luggage bags and a small carry-on. Additional or oversize baggage will be taken for an additional charge, only if space is available. If you are planning to bring an oversized item, please contact us prior to your departure at (805) 545-8400.

 

 

How can I save 20%?

If you are a frequent traveler or traveling with a large group, the Coast Flyer Pre-Paid Card is for you! Save up to 20% on ten trips! Purchase one today by calling (805) 545-8400. (Pre-Paid Cards are non-refundable)