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TodayApr 19
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from US$27
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from US$31
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from US$66
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Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

11:30AM
4h35m
4:05PM
Los Angeles - Los Angeles Union Station
Cheapest
San Luis Obispo - San Luis Obispo
Cheapest
5:00AM
5h15m
10:15AM
Los Angeles - Union Station
2nd Cheapest
San Luis Obispo - AMTRAK Station
2nd Cheapest
5:45AM
4h30m
10:15AM
Los Angeles - UCLA
Fastest
San Luis Obispo - AMTRAK Station
Fastest
9:15AM
7h10m
4:25PM
Los Angeles - Union Station
San Luis Obispo - AMTRAK Station
5:00AM
5h25m
10:25AM
Los Angeles - Union Station
San Luis Obispo - Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
Bus Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo: Trip Overview

Bus Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$70
Average Bus Trip Duration7h
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure5:00 AM
Distance261 km
Latest bus departure11:30 AM

Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses10
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures5:00AM - 11:30AM
Minimum PriceUS$25
Average Ticket PriceUS$70
Minimum Trip Duration4h30m
Average Bus Trip Duration7h
Distance261 km
Bus companies on this routeFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Los Angeles - San Luis Obispo

The average bus ticket price from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo is US$70. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Los Angeles and San Luis Obispo is around 7h, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 30m.This is the time it takes to travel the 255 km that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.

Buses travelling between Los Angeles and San Luis Obispo leave from Ramirez Street bus stop or UCLA and arrive at AMTRAK Station, San Luis Obispo Bus Stop.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04-17
US$64
04-18
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Today
US$25
04-20
US$25
04-21
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04-22
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04-24
US$59
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on Apr 19, 2024 with a price of US$25

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$25 to US$78 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$25 which is on 2024-04-20.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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Bus from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles

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Train from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo

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