Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo on November 27
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Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
San Luis Obispo
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Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo on November 29
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Train Station
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
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Santa Barbara (University of California), CA
San Luis Obispo
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UC Santa Barbara
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Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo on December 1
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Santa Barbara Station
San Luis Obispo
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UC Santa Barbara
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Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo on December 2
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Santa Barbara Station
San Luis Obispo
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Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
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UC Santa Barbara
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Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo on December 3
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Santa Barbara Station
San Luis Obispo
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Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
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UC Santa Barbara
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Next departures for Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo on December 4
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UC Santa Barbara
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Compare 2 ways to go from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo
We recommend taking the bus
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.
Based on 5607 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 $36
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo by bus
What is the distance between Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo?
Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo are 77 miles (124 km) apart.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo?
If you're headed to San Luis Obispo from Santa Barbara, chances are that your bus will depart from Train Station and arrive at AMTRAK Station. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/24
$33
11/25
$49
Today
$33
11/27
$24
11/28
$22
11/29
$33
11/30
$33
12/01
$30
The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $22
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 $22 to $57 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 $22 which is on 2025-11-28.
Usually FlixBus 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?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination