How far is San Luis Obispo from Paso Robles?

The distance between San Luis Obispo and Paso Robles is around 42 km (26 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Luis Obispo to Paso Robles?

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

Bus San Luis Obispo to Paso Robles from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Paso Robles on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:10am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	45m	9:55am	AMTRAK Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:00am	AMTRAK Station	55m	9:55am	AMTRAK Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:53 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Luis Obispo to Paso Robles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Paso Robles. The journey takes about 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

45mAverage Duration

39 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$32 - $32	Average Duration45m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$46 - $325	Average Duration1h 8m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Luis Obispo and Paso Robles?

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

Stops in Paso Robles

A
AMTRAK Station
800 Pine St, Paso Robles, CA 93446, USA
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Amtrak

4/55,607 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5607 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 $32

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Luis Obispo to Paso Robles by bus

How far is San Luis Obispo from Paso Robles?
The distance between San Luis Obispo and Paso Robles is around 42 km (26 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Luis Obispo to Paso Robles?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at AMTRAK Station, in San Luis Obispo, and end it at AMTRAK Station, in Paso Robles.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11-23

$29

11-24

$29

Today

$29

11-26

$29

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11-28

$29

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$29

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The cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Paso Robles was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $29

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

You can expect to pay from $29 to $29 for a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Paso Robles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-11-26.