How much is the bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Irvine?

The cheapest coach tickets from San Luis Obispo to Irvine start from £59. The average price for this route is around £59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from San Luis Obispo to Irvine?

The average bus journey time from San Luis Obispo to Irvine is 8h 35m, covering a distance of 201 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 11m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the San Luis Obispo to Irvine route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Luis Obispo to Irvine?

The earliest bus departs from San Luis Obispo to Irvine at 18:50. And the latest bus departs at 19:25.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Irvine?

A bus journey from San Luis Obispo to Irvine produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus San Luis Obispo to Irvine from £43 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Irvine on 2 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		19:25	AMTRAK Station	8h 25m	03:50	Irvine Station	CheapestFastest
		19:15	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	8h 35m	03:50	Irvine Station	No tags

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Irvine on 3 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	7h 31m	23:11	Irvine Station	Cheapest
04:00	AMTRAK Station	7h 11m	11:11	Irvine Station	Fastest
04:00	AMTRAK Station	7h 11m	11:11	Irvine Station	No tags
10:35	AMTRAK Station	7h 36m	18:11	Irvine Station	No tags
10:35	AMTRAK Station	7h 36m	18:11	Irvine Station	No tags

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Irvine on 4 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	7h 31m	23:11	Irvine Station	Cheapest
04:00	AMTRAK Station	7h 11m	11:11	Irvine Station	Fastest
04:00	AMTRAK Station	7h 11m	11:11	Irvine Station	No tags
10:35	AMTRAK Station	7h 36m	18:11	Irvine Station	No tags
10:35	AMTRAK Station	7h 36m	18:11	Irvine Station	No tags

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Irvine on 5 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	7h 31m	23:11	Irvine Station	Cheapest
04:00	AMTRAK Station	7h 11m	11:11	Irvine Station	Fastest
04:00	AMTRAK Station	7h 11m	11:11	Irvine Station	No tags
10:35	AMTRAK Station	7h 36m	18:11	Irvine Station	No tags
10:35	AMTRAK Station	7h 36m	18:11	Irvine Station	No tags

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Irvine on 6 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	7h 31m	23:11	Irvine Station	Cheapest
04:00	AMTRAK Station	7h 11m	11:11	Irvine Station	Fastest
04:00	AMTRAK Station	7h 11m	11:11	Irvine Station	No tags
10:35	AMTRAK Station	7h 36m	18:11	Irvine Station	No tags
10:35	AMTRAK Station	7h 36m	18:11	Irvine Station	No tags

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Irvine on 7 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	7h 31m	23:11	Irvine Station	Cheapest
04:00	AMTRAK Station	7h 11m	11:11	Irvine Station	Fastest
04:00	AMTRAK Station	7h 11m	11:11	Irvine Station	No tags
10:35	AMTRAK Station	7h 36m	18:11	Irvine Station	No tags
10:35	AMTRAK Station	7h 36m	18:11	Irvine Station	No tags

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Irvine on 8 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	7h 31m	23:11	Irvine Station	Cheapest
04:00	AMTRAK Station	7h 11m	11:11	Irvine Station	Fastest
04:00	AMTRAK Station	7h 11m	11:11	Irvine Station	No tags
10:35	AMTRAK Station	7h 36m	18:11	Irvine Station	No tags
10:35	AMTRAK Station	7h 36m	18:11	Irvine Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 22:20 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Luis Obispo to Irvine

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Irvine. The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just £40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

7hAverage duration

201 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£59 - £63	Average duration8h 35m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£40 - £87	Average duration7h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5621 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £46

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from San Luis Obispo to Irvine, US

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Irvine?
The cheapest coach tickets from San Luis Obispo to Irvine start from £59. The average price for this route is around £59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from San Luis Obispo to Irvine?
The average bus journey time from San Luis Obispo to Irvine is 8h 35m, covering a distance of 201 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 7h 11m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the San Luis Obispo to Irvine route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Luis Obispo to Irvine?
The earliest bus departs from San Luis Obispo to Irvine at 18:50. And the latest bus departs at 19:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Irvine?
A bus journey from San Luis Obispo to Irvine produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

30/11

£43

01/12

£43

Today

£43

03/12

£43

04/12

£43

05/12

£43

06/12

£43

07/12

£43

The cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Irvine, US was searched and found on 30 Nov 2025 with a price of £43

To 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 Irvine, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £43 to £71 for a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Irvine, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £43, which is on 2025-12-03.