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

The cheapest bus tickets from San Luis Obispo to Ventura start from $54. The average price for this route is around $54. 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 Ventura?

The average bus trip duration from San Luis Obispo to Ventura is 8h 40m, covering a distance of 105 miles (169 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 37m and is operated by Amtrak .

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

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

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

The earliest bus departs from San Luis Obispo to Ventura at 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 4:00am.

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

A bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Ventura generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus San Luis Obispo to Ventura from $45 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Ventura on February 7
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:30pm	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	4h 11m	7:41pm	Harbor Boulevard	Cheapest
4:00am	AMTRAK Station	3h 37m	7:37am	Harbor Boulevard	Fastest
3:45am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	3h 52m	7:37am	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
3:45am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	3h 52m	7:37am	Harbor Boulevard	No tags
3:45am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	8h 55m	12:40pm	Harbor Boulevard	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 12:28 PM PST.

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Luis Obispo to Ventura

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Ventura. The journey takes about 3 hours 28 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

3h 28mAverage Duration

104 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$54 - $54	Average Duration8h 40m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$41 - $41	Average Duration3h 28m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

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Amtrak

4/55,755 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5755 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $48

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Luis Obispo to Ventura 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 Ventura?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Luis Obispo to Ventura start from $54. The average price for this route is around $54. 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 Ventura?
The average bus trip duration from San Luis Obispo to Ventura is 8h 40m, covering a distance of 105 miles (169 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 37m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the San Luis Obispo to Ventura route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Luis Obispo to Ventura?
The earliest bus departs from San Luis Obispo to Ventura at 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 4:00am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Ventura?
A bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Ventura generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

02/04

$45

02/05

$45

Today

$45

02/07

$45

02/08

$45

02/09

$45

02/10

$45

02/11

$45

The cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Ventura was searched and found on Feb 4, 2026 with a price of $45

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 Ventura, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $45 to $64 for a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Ventura based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $45 which is on 2026-02-07.