Bus Tickets from Los Angeles, US to San Luis Obispo

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Next departures for Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo on October 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Los Angeles Union Station
San Luis ObispoCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Union Station
AMTRAK StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
San Luis ObispoNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
AMTRAK StationNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining ComplexNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo

Bus
Average PriceUS$33 - US$70Average Duration5h 15m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$40 - US$99Average Duration5h 6m
24kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Luis Obispo. The journey takes about 5 hours 6 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day
5h 6mAverage Duration
US$40Cheapest ticket
24kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Los Angeles, US to San Luis Obispo: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$70
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 15m
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure4:50am
Distance260 km
Latest bus departure11:40am

Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Los Angeles, US - San Luis Obispo

  1. How far is Los Angeles from San Luis Obispo?

    The distance covered from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo is 255 km (158 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at UCLA, in Los Angeles, and end it at AMTRAK Station, in San Luis Obispo.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
09-28
US$38
09-29
US$41
Today
US$40
10-01
US$35
10-02
US$29
10-03
US$32
10-04
US$31
10-05
US$37
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on Oct 2, 2025 with a price of US$29

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Los Angeles, US to San Luis Obispo, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$29 to US$355 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$29 which is on 2025-10-02.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Will you be returning to Los Angeles, US by bus?

Bus from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, US

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Train from Los Angeles, US to San Luis Obispo

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