Bus Tickets from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo

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Cheap buses leaving Wednesday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 13 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Santa Barbara Station
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: San Luis Obispo
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 13 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 13 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 13 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: AMTRAK Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 13 at
    Departure city: Santa Barbara
    Departure location: Train Station
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: AMTRAK Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$36
Average Bus Trip Duration2h 20m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure7:35am
Distance130 km
Latest bus departure7:20pm

Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to San Luis Obispo from Santa Barbara, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - San Luis Obispo

  1. What is the distance between Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo?

    The distance between Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo is approximately 124 km (77 miles).

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

    Buses departing from Train Station in Santa Barbara will take you to 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
08-09
US$19
08-10
US$21
Today
US$21
08-12
US$17
08-13
US$17
08-14
US$16
08-15
US$17
08-16
US$17
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on Aug 14, 2025 with a price of US$16

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

You can expect to pay from US$16 to US$33 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$16 which is on 2025-08-14.

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

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 Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Santa Barbara by bus?

Bus from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo

You can also go to San Luis Obispo by train

Train from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo

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