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Get from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield
The journey takes about 11 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Luis Obispo and Bakersfield?
Stops in San Luis Obispo
- A1730 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA
- B
San Luis Obispo Bus Stop
1460 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405, USA
Stops in Bakersfield
- A1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
- B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA - C2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield start from $76. The average price for this route is around $94. 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 Bakersfield?
The average bus travel time from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield is 11h 20m, covering a distance of 150 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 47m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield?
The earliest bus departs from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield at 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 4:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield?
A bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield?
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 San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield?
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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $66To 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 Bakersfield, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $66 to $172 for a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Bakersfield based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $66 which is on 2025-12-08.
