Bus Tickets from Stockton, CA to San Luis Obispo

Next departures

Next departures for Stockton to San Luis Obispo on August 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
San Joaquin Street Station
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining ComplexCheapest
Amtrak
Stockton ACE Station
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining ComplexFastest
Amtrak
San Joaquin Street Station
AMTRAK StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Stockton (GLI), CA
San Luis ObispoNo tags
Amtrak
Stockton ACE Station
AMTRAK StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Stockton to San Luis Obispo

Bus
Average PriceUS$76 - US$132Average Duration14h
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$75 - US$75Average Duration7h 2m
27kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Stockton 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 7 hours 2 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4train per day
7h 2mAverage Duration
US$75Cheapest ticket
27kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Stockton, CA to San Luis Obispo: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$102
Average Bus Trip Duration14h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure8:45am
Distance303 km
Latest bus departure11:25pm

Stockton to San Luis Obispo Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Stockton to San Luis Obispo, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Stockton, CA - San Luis Obispo

  1. What is the travel distance from Stockton to San Luis Obispo?

    The distance covered from Stockton to San Luis Obispo is 309 km (192 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Stockton Bus Station, in Stockton, 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.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Stockton, CA to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on Aug 30, 2025 with a price of US$72

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

You can expect to pay from US$72 to US$80 for a bus ticket from Stockton, CA to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$72 which is on 2025-08-30.

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 Stockton and San Luis Obispo!

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Stockton to San Luis Obispo that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

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

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

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Will you be returning to Stockton, CA by bus?

Bus from San Luis Obispo to Stockton, CA

You can also go to San Luis Obispo by train

Train from Stockton, CA to San Luis Obispo

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