Bus Tickets from Tacoma to San Luis Obispo

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 24 at
    Departure city: Tacoma
    Departure location: Tacoma
    Arrival time: May 26 at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: San Luis Obispo
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 3:47 PM PDT.

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tacoma to San Luis Obispo

Bus
Average PriceUS$227 - US$268Average Duration1d 20h
33kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$156 - US$286Average Duration1d 4h
122kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Tacoma to San Luis Obispo

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Luis Obispo. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 41 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$156, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 4hAverage Duration
US$156Cheapest ticket
122kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Tacoma to San Luis Obispo: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$240
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 20h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure4:50pm
Distance1339 km
Latest bus departure5:45pm

Tacoma to San Luis Obispo Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Tacoma - San Luis Obispo

  1. How long is the bus trip from Tacoma to San Luis Obispo?

    The trip from Tacoma to San Luis Obispo will take on average 1d 20h. The fastest bus on this trip will get to San Luis Obispo in 1d 20h

  2. How far is Tacoma from San Luis Obispo?

    The distance covered from Tacoma to San Luis Obispo is 1345 km (834 miles).

  3. How much does it cost to take the bus from Tacoma to San Luis Obispo?

    The bus fare from Tacoma to San Luis Obispo is approximately US$240.

  4. Can I take an overnight bus from Tacoma to San Luis Obispo?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Tacoma until 5:45pm and reaching San Luis Obispo on the following day.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tacoma to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on May 24, 2025 with a price of US$254

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

You can expect to pay from US$254 to US$254 for a bus ticket from Tacoma to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$254 which is on 2025-05-24.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Tacoma and San Luis Obispo!

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 Tacoma to San Luis Obispo.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Tacoma to San Luis Obispo will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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.

Will you be returning to Tacoma by bus?

Bus from Tacoma to San Luis Obispo

You can also go to San Luis Obispo by train

Train from Tacoma to San Luis Obispo

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