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

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Irvine on 27 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakBus
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
Irvine StationNo tags
AmtrakBus
AMTRAK Station
Irvine StationNo tags
AmtrakBus
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
Irvine StationNo tags
AmtrakBus
AMTRAK Station
Irvine StationNo tags
AmtrakBus
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
Irvine StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Luis Obispo to Irvine

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Irvine. The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just £40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day
7hAverage duration
201 milesDistance
29kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£59 - £62Average duration8h 35m
8kg CO₂e
Average price£40 - £87Average duration7h
29kg CO₂e

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

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 Luis Obispo to Irvine?

    The cheapest coach tickets from San Luis Obispo to Irvine start from £59. The average price for this route is around £59. 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 Luis Obispo to Irvine?

    The average bus journey time from San Luis Obispo to Irvine is 8h 35m, covering a distance of 201 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 11m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from San Luis Obispo to Irvine at 18:50. And the latest bus departs at 19:25.

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

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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£43
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£43
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£43
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£43
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£43
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Irvine, US was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £43

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 Irvine, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £43 to £71 for a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Irvine, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £43, which is on 2025-11-28.

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