How far is San Jose from San Luis Obispo by coach?

The distance between San Luis Obispo and San Jose by coach is approximately 162 miles (261 km).

What is the best way to go from San Luis Obispo to San Jose without a car?

The best way to go from San Luis Obispo to San Jose without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Bus San Luis Obispo to San Jose from £25 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to San Jose on 27 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:00	AMTRAK Station	9h 35m	18:35	Diridon Station	Cheapest
09:10	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	9h 25m	18:35	Diridon Station	Fastest
09:00	AMTRAK Station	13h 6m	22:06	Diridon Station	No tags
09:10	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	12h 56m	22:06	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to San Jose on 28 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:00	AMTRAK Station	9h 35m	18:35	Diridon Station	Cheapest
09:10	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	9h 25m	18:35	Diridon Station	Fastest
09:00	AMTRAK Station	13h 6m	22:06	Diridon Station	No tags
09:10	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	12h 56m	22:06	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to San Jose on 29 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:00	AMTRAK Station	9h 35m	18:35	Diridon Station	Cheapest
09:10	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	9h 25m	18:35	Diridon Station	Fastest
09:00	AMTRAK Station	13h 6m	22:06	Diridon Station	No tags
09:10	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	12h 56m	22:06	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to San Jose on 30 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:00	AMTRAK Station	9h 35m	18:35	Diridon Station	Cheapest
09:10	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	9h 25m	18:35	Diridon Station	Fastest
09:00	AMTRAK Station	13h 6m	22:06	Diridon Station	No tags
09:10	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	12h 56m	22:06	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to San Jose on 1 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:15	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	4h	14:15	Diridon Station	Cheapest
13:30	San Luis Obispo	3h 30m	17:00	Diridon Station	Fastest
10:05	AMTRAK Station	4h 10m	14:15	Diridon Station	No tags
09:00	AMTRAK Station	9h 35m	18:35	Diridon Station	No tags
09:00	AMTRAK Station	11h 16m	20:16	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to San Jose on 2 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:15	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	4h	14:15	Diridon Station	Cheapest
13:30	San Luis Obispo	3h 30m	17:00	Diridon Station	Fastest
10:05	AMTRAK Station	4h 10m	14:15	Diridon Station	No tags
09:00	AMTRAK Station	9h 35m	18:35	Diridon Station	No tags
09:00	AMTRAK Station	11h 16m	20:16	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to San Jose on 3 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
13:30	San Luis Obispo	3h 30m	17:00	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
10:05	AMTRAK Station	4h 10m	14:15	Diridon Station	No tags
09:00	AMTRAK Station	9h 35m	18:35	Diridon Station	No tags
09:00	AMTRAK Station	11h 16m	20:16	Diridon Station	No tags
10:15	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	4h	14:15	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to San Jose on 4 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:15	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	4h	14:15	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
10:05	AMTRAK Station	4h 10m	14:15	Diridon Station	No tags
09:00	AMTRAK Station	9h 35m	18:35	Diridon Station	No tags
09:00	AMTRAK Station	11h 16m	20:16	Diridon Station	No tags
10:15	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	9h 31m	19:46	Diridon Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Luis Obispo to San Jose

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just £29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

4hAverage duration

158 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£29 - £104	Average duration4h	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£29 - £64	Average duration4h 41m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Luis Obispo and San Jose?

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 San Jose

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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B
Santiago Express San Jose
440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
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C
1118 E William St
1118 E William St, San Jose, CA 95116, USA
D
San Jose Bus Stop
100 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA
E
Tamien Station
Guadalupe Fwy, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
F
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St, San Jose, CA 95110, USA

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Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,454 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

How far is San Jose from San Luis Obispo by coach?
The distance between San Luis Obispo and San Jose by coach is approximately 162 miles (261 km).
What is the best way to go from San Luis Obispo to San Jose without a car?
The best way to go from San Luis Obispo to San Jose without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

24/11

£46

25/11

£77

Today

£46

27/11

£68

28/11

£77

29/11

£77

30/11

£77

01/12

£46

The cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to San Jose, US was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £46

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 San Jose, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £46 to £278 for a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £46, which is on 2025-12-01.