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

The cheapest bus tickets from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco start from $16. The average price for this route is around $58. 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 San Francisco?

The average bus trip duration from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco is 4h 35m, covering a distance of 198 miles (319 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

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

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

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

The earliest bus departs from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 4:35pm.

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

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

What is the best bus company from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

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 San Francisco?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 San Francisco?

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.

Bus San Luis Obispo to San Francisco from $35 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to San Francisco on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:15pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 15m	7:30pm	Mission St & Fremont St	No tags
Bus	2:25pm	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	5h 5m	7:30pm	Mission St & Fremont St	No tags
Bus	4:25pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 15m	9:40pm	Mission St & Fremont St	No tags
Bus	4:35pm	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	5h 5m	9:40pm	Mission St & Fremont St	No tags
Bus	4:10pm	San Luis Obispo	4h 20m	8:30pm	409 Townsend St, SF	No tags

Get from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

4h 35mAverage Duration

198 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

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

Stops in San Luis Obispo

A
AMTRAK Station
1730 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA
Visit page
B
San Luis Obispo Bus Stop
1460 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405, USA

Stops in San Francisco

A
Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf)
700 Beach Street, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
Visit page
B
Powell Station
25 Cyril Magnin St , San Francisco, CA 94102-2812
C
Union Square Hilton
255 Mason St,, San Francisco, CA 94102-2114
D
San Francisco Greyhound Station
200 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94105
E
444 Townsend St.
444 Townsend St, San Francisco, CA 94107, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,615 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,477 reviews

Staff4.2

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco, 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 San Francisco?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco start from $16. The average price for this route is around $58. 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 San Francisco?
The average bus trip duration from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco is 4h 35m, covering a distance of 198 miles (319 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Luis Obispo to San Francisco route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?
The earliest bus departs from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 4:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?
A bus trip from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?
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 San Francisco?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 San Francisco?
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

11/28

$81

11/29

$100

Today

$121

12/01

$85

12/02

No data

12/03

No data

12/04

$85

12/05

$85

The cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco, US was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $81

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 Francisco, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $81 to $121 for a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $85 which is on 2025-12-01.