Bus from San Luis Obispo to Santa Cruz, US: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Santa Cruz on November 28
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AmtrakBus
AMTRAK Station
Santa Cruz, CANo tags
AmtrakBus
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
Santa Cruz, CANo tags
AmtrakBus
AMTRAK Station
Santa Cruz, CANo tags
AmtrakBus
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
Santa Cruz, CANo tags
AmtrakBus
AMTRAK Station
Santa Cruz, CANo tags

Get from San Luis Obispo to Santa Cruz

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just $71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
1d 3hAverage Duration
140 milesDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Luis Obispo to Santa Cruz, US by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from San Luis Obispo to Santa Cruz start from $71. The average price for this route is around $71. 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 ride from San Luis Obispo to Santa Cruz?

    The average bus trip duration from San Luis Obispo to Santa Cruz is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 140 miles (226 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 56m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from San Luis Obispo to Santa Cruz at 10:05am. And the latest bus departs at 10:15am.

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

    A bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Santa Cruz generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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