Bus from San Francisco, US to San Luis Obispo: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo on 1 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining ComplexCheapest
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
AMTRAK StationFastest
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining ComplexNo tags
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
AMTRAK StationNo tags
Amtrak
Mission St & Fremont St
AMTRAK StationNo tags

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Get from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
4h 30mAverage duration
198 milesDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions

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

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

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo start from £32. The average price for this route is around £39. 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 journey from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo?

    The average bus journey time from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 198 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo?

    The earliest bus departs from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo at 08:20. And the latest bus departs at 12:05.

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

    A bus journey from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from San Francisco 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.

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

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from San Francisco 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Francisco 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
27/11
£89
28/11
£41
Today
£78
30/11
£78
01/12
£72
02/12
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03/12
No data
04/12
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Francisco, US to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on 28 Nov 2025 with a price of £41

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

You can expect to pay from £41 to £212 for a bus ticket from San Francisco, US to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £72, which is on 2025-12-01.

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