Bus from San Luis Obispo to Portland, OR: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Portland on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
San Luis Obispo
Portland Curbside Bus StopCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:37 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Luis Obispo to Portland

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 1 day, 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $191, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d Average Duration
1153 kmDistance
105kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$181 - $482Average Duration1d 5h
29kg CO₂e
Average Price$191 - $2,182Average Duration1d
105kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Luis Obispo to Portland, OR by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Luis Obispo to Portland start from $181. The average price for this route is around $269. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    The average bus travel time from San Luis Obispo to Portland is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1154 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the San Luis Obispo to Portland route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    The earliest bus departs from San Luis Obispo to Portland at 12:55pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:30pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    A bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Portland generates an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    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
$405
11-28
$405
Today
$405
11-30
$257
12-01
$365
12-02
No data
12-03
No data
12-04
$257
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Portland, OR was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $257

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 Portland, OR, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $257 to $1,545 for a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $257 which is on 2025-11-30.

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