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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Diridon Station | Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Diridon Station | AMTRAK Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:27 PM PST.
Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to San Luis Obispo
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Luis Obispo. The journey takes about 3 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Jose and San Luis Obispo?
Stops in San Jose
- A65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
- B440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
- C
1118 E William St
1118 E William St, San Jose, CA 95116, USA - D
San Jose Bus Stop
100 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA - E
Tamien Station
Guadalupe Fwy, San Jose, CA 95110, USA - F
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
Stops in San Luis Obispo
- A1730 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA
- B
San Luis Obispo Bus Stop
1460 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Jose, 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 San Jose to San Luis Obispo?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to San Luis Obispo start from $53. The average price for this route is around $90. 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 San Jose to San Luis Obispo?
The average bus travel time from San Jose to San Luis Obispo is 3h 55m, covering a distance of 255 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to San Luis Obispo route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Jose to San Luis Obispo?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to San Luis Obispo at 9:25am. And the latest bus departs at 3:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to San Luis Obispo?
A bus trip from San Jose to San Luis Obispo generates an estimated 6 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 San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose 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.
The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $81To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Jose, US to San Luis Obispo, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $81 to $183 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $81 which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually FlixBus 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.
