Find coaches from Santa Maria, US to San Luis Obispo

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Next departures from Santa Maria to San Luis Obispo on 31 October
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Nicholson Ave
San Luis ObispoCheapestFastest

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Get from Santa Maria to San Luis Obispo

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The journey takes about 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
35mAverage duration
42 kmDistance
1kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Santa Maria, US to San Luis Obispo: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$16
Average bus trip duration35m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure15:15
Distance42 km

Santa Maria to San Luis Obispo Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Maria, US - San Luis Obispo

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Santa Maria to San Luis Obispo cost?

    The bus ticket price from Santa Maria to San Luis Obispo starts at US$16. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Santa Maria 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!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Santa Maria to San Luis Obispo?

    The average travel time between Santa Maria and San Luis Obispo is around 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 37 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Santa Maria and San Luis Obispo?

    The number of buses from Santa Maria to San Luis Obispo can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Santa Maria to San Luis Obispo by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Santa Maria to San Luis Obispo?

    When taking the bus from Santa Maria to San Luis Obispo, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Maria, US to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on 30 Oct 2025 with a price of US$8

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

You can expect to pay from US$8 to US$38 for a bus ticket from Santa Maria, US to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$38, which is on 2025-10-31.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Santa Maria 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.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Santa Maria to San Luis Obispo, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Santa Maria to San Luis Obispo will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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