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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | AMTRAK Station | Sacramento Valley Station | Cheapest | |||||
| Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex | Sacramento Valley Station | Fastest | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | San Luis Obispo | Greyhound Sacramento Station | No tags | |||||
| Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex | State Capitol | No tags | |||||
| Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex | Sacramento Valley Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Sacramento. The journey takes about 8 hours 44 minutes, and with fares starting at just $84, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Luis Obispo and Sacramento?
Stops in San Luis Obispo
- A1730 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA
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San Luis Obispo Bus Stop
1460 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405, USA
Stops in Sacramento
- A420 Richards Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95811, USA
- B961 2nd St, Sacramento, CA 95814, USA
- C3330 Fruitridge Rd, Sacramento, CA 95820, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento, US 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 Luis Obispo to Sacramento?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento start from $88. The average price for this route is around $134. 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 Luis Obispo to Sacramento?
The average bus travel time from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento is 16h 25m, covering a distance of 378 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the San Luis Obispo to Sacramento route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento?
The earliest bus departs from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento at 12:55pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento?
A bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento generates an estimated 9 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 Luis Obispo to Sacramento?
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 Luis Obispo to Sacramento?
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 Luis Obispo to Sacramento?
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 Luis Obispo to Sacramento?
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 Luis Obispo to Sacramento, US was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $72To 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 Sacramento, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $72 to $1,082 for a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $72 which is on 2025-11-28.
