How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo?

The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo start from $49. The average price for this route is around $100. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo?

The average bus travel time from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 261 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 55m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , Greyhound .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo?

The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo at 4:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo?

A bus trip from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo from $43 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo on December 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
9:15am	Union Station	7h	4:15pm	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	CheapestFastest
8:35am	UCLA	7h 50m	4:25pm	AMTRAK Station	No tags
8:35am	UCLA	7h 40m	4:15pm	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo on December 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:30am	Los Angeles Union Station	3h 55m	1:25pm	San Luis Obispo	CheapestFastest
	4:50am	Union Station	5h 15m	10:05am	AMTRAK Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	6h 15m	1:25pm	San Luis Obispo	No tags
	9:15am	Union Station	7h 10m	4:25pm	AMTRAK Station	No tags
	4:50am	Union Station	5h 25m	10:15am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo on December 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:30am	Los Angeles Union Station	3h 55m	1:25pm	San Luis Obispo	CheapestFastest
	4:50am	Union Station	5h 15m	10:05am	AMTRAK Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	6h 15m	1:25pm	San Luis Obispo	No tags
	9:15am	Union Station	7h 10m	4:25pm	AMTRAK Station	No tags
	4:50am	Union Station	5h 25m	10:15am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:50am	Union Station	5h 15m	10:05am	AMTRAK Station	Cheapest
5:35am	UCLA	4h 30m	10:05am	AMTRAK Station	Fastest
9:15am	Union Station	7h 10m	4:25pm	AMTRAK Station	No tags
4:50am	Union Station	5h 25m	10:15am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
9:15am	Union Station	7h	4:15pm	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo on December 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:50am	Union Station	5h 15m	10:05am	AMTRAK Station	Cheapest
5:35am	UCLA	4h 30m	10:05am	AMTRAK Station	Fastest
9:15am	Union Station	7h 10m	4:25pm	AMTRAK Station	No tags
4:50am	Union Station	5h 25m	10:15am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
9:15am	Union Station	7h	4:15pm	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo on December 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:00am	Union Station	5h 15m	10:15am	AMTRAK Station	Cheapest
5:45am	UCLA	4h 30m	10:15am	AMTRAK Station	Fastest
9:15am	Union Station	7h 10m	4:25pm	AMTRAK Station	No tags
5:00am	Union Station	5h 25m	10:25am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
9:15am	Union Station	7h	4:15pm	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo on December 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:30am	Los Angeles Union Station	3h 55m	1:25pm	San Luis Obispo	CheapestFastest
	5:00am	Union Station	5h 15m	10:15am	AMTRAK Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	6h 15m	1:25pm	San Luis Obispo	No tags
	9:15am	Union Station	7h 10m	4:25pm	AMTRAK Station	No tags
	5:00am	Union Station	5h 25m	10:25am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

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

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Luis Obispo. The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

5h 25mAverage Duration

260 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$49 - $157	Average Duration5h 15m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$57 - $142	Average Duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and San Luis Obispo?

Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA

Stops in San Luis Obispo

A
AMTRAK Station
1730 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA
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B
San Luis Obispo Bus Stop
1460 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,615 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5615 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $91

Amtrak Los Angeles San Luis Obispo recent customer reviews

The workers on the train and bus were great, as was the ride itself. However, the system was entirely too confusing and the information needed was not readily available. At the Union station, the Amtrack worker behind the information desk just ignored me for over 10 minutes. This was at around 6pm, and the sign said that desk doesn't close until 10pm. The security guards were the ones helping people instead, and they were clearly used to doing that instead of focusing on security. Also, when transferring from the train to the bus, there was no clear signage or directions as to where to go. About 30 of us almost boarded the wrong bus, as it was the only one there (our actual bus was 10-15 mins late) and the poor driver had no clear way to tell the entire crowd. Overall, the workers were amazing (aside from the one at the help desk) but the system was way too confusing, especially considering the lack of help. Many of us were left feeling very lost and confused.

Jeanette K.

March 10, 2022

FlixBus

3.5/511,475 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,408 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to San Luis Obispo by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo start from $49. The average price for this route is around $100. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo?
The average bus travel time from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo is 5h 15m, covering a distance of 261 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo at 4:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-27

$72

11-28

$72

Today

$95

11-30

$147

12-01

$115

12-02

$78

12-03

$49

12-04

$95

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $49

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 $49 to $312 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 $49 which is on 2025-12-03.

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.