What is the distance between Anaheim and San Luis Obispo?

The distance between the two cities is 182 miles (293 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Anaheim to San Luis Obispo?

If you're headed to San Luis Obispo from Anaheim, chances are that your bus will depart from Marriott Anaheim Theme Park and arrive at AMTRAK Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Anaheim to San Luis Obispo from $72 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Anaheim to San Luis Obispo on November 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:45pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	10h 30m	10:15am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	Cheapest
	Bus	11:45pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	10h 20m	10:05am	AMTRAK Station	Fastest

Next departures for Anaheim to San Luis Obispo on November 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	10h 30m	10:15am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	Cheapest
Bus	12:05am	Fullerton Station	10h	10:05am	AMTRAK Station	Fastest
Bus	12:05am	Fullerton Station	10h 10m	10:15am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
Bus	11:45pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	10h 20m	10:05am	AMTRAK Station	No tags

Next departures for Anaheim to San Luis Obispo on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	10h 30m	10:15am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	Cheapest
Bus	12:05am	Fullerton Station	10h	10:05am	AMTRAK Station	Fastest
Bus	12:05am	Fullerton Station	10h 10m	10:15am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
Bus	11:45pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	10h 20m	10:05am	AMTRAK Station	No tags

Next departures for Anaheim to San Luis Obispo on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	10h 40m	10:25am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	Cheapest
Bus	12:05am	Fullerton Station	10h	10:05am	AMTRAK Station	Fastest
Bus	12:05am	Fullerton Station	10h 10m	10:15am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
Bus	11:45pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	10h 30m	10:15am	AMTRAK Station	No tags

Next departures for Anaheim to San Luis Obispo on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:45pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	10h 40m	10:25am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	Cheapest
Bus	12:05am	Fullerton Station	10h 10m	10:15am	AMTRAK Station	Fastest
Bus	12:05am	Fullerton Station	10h 20m	10:25am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
Bus	11:45pm	Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center	10h 30m	10:15am	AMTRAK Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 10:07 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Anaheim to San Luis Obispo

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Luis Obispo. The journey takes about 6 hours 39 minutes and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5train per day

6h 39mAverage Duration

183 milesDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$76 - $93	Average Duration10h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$48 - $109	Average Duration6h 39m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,576 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,277 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

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

Stops in Anaheim

A - Marriott Anaheim Theme Park

B - Intermodal Center

Stops in San Luis Obispo

A - AMTRAK Station

B - San Luis Obispo Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Anaheim to San Luis Obispo by bus

What is the distance between Anaheim and San Luis Obispo?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Anaheim to San Luis Obispo?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/09

$76

11/10

$76

Today

$74

11/12

$76

11/13

$72

11/14

$72

11/15

$72

11/16

$72

The cheapest trip from Anaheim to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on Nov 13, 2025 with a price of $72

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

You can expect to pay from $72 to $88 for a bus ticket from Anaheim 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 2025-11-13.