Bus Tickets from San Luis Obispo to Riverside (CA)

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Luis Obispo to Riverside

Bus
Average PriceUS$76 - US$91Average Duration9h 35m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$51 - US$69Average Duration11h 34m
30kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Luis Obispo to Riverside

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Riverside. The journey takes about 11 hours 34 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
11h 34mAverage Duration
US$51Cheapest ticket
30kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Luis Obispo to Riverside: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$86
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 35m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure3:45am
Distance334 km
Latest bus departure9:10am

San Luis Obispo to Riverside Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Luis Obispo - Riverside (CA)

  1. How long is the trip from San Luis Obispo to Riverside by bus?

    The typical travel time from San Luis Obispo to Riverside by bus is around 9h 35m. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Riverside in about 7h 50m.

  2. What is the travel distance from San Luis Obispo to Riverside?

    The distance between San Luis Obispo and Riverside is around 328 km (204 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Luis Obispo to Riverside?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at AMTRAK Station, in San Luis Obispo, and end it at Riverside Bus Station, in Riverside.

  4. How much does the bus ticket cost from San Luis Obispo to Riverside?

    The bus fare from San Luis Obispo to Riverside is approximately US$86.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Luis Obispo and Riverside!

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Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Luis Obispo to Riverside will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Bus from San Luis Obispo to Riverside

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Train from San Luis Obispo to Riverside

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