- Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo buses
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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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![]() | Bus | Train Station | Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex | Cheapest | ||||
![]() | Bus | UC Santa Barbara | AMTRAK Station | Fastest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Train Station | AMTRAK Station | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | UC Santa Barbara | Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Luis Obispo. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo?
Stops in San Luis Obispo
- A1730 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA
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San Luis Obispo Bus Stop
1460 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo 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 Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo start from $25. The average price for this route is around $36. 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 Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo?
The average bus trip duration from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo is 2h 25m, covering a distance of 81 miles (131 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo at 7:35am. And the latest bus departs at 1:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo?
A bus trip from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo generates an estimated 3 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 Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo?
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 Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo?
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 Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo?
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 Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo?
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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $21 to $49 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $21 which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo?
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