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Los Angeles - Union Station
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San Luis Obispo - AMTRAK Station
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Los Angeles - Union Station
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San Luis Obispo - Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
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Los Angeles - UCLA
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San Luis Obispo - AMTRAK Station
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Los Angeles - Union Station
San Luis Obispo - AMTRAK Station
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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 price$70
Average bus trip duration7h
Number of daily buses10
Earliest bus departure5:00 AM
Distance152 miles (244 km)
Latest bus departure11:30 AM

Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo Buses

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to San Luis Obispo from Los Angeles, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures10
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures5:00AM - 11:30AM
Minimum Price$26
Average Ticket Price$70
Minimum Trip Duration4h30m
Average Bus Trip Duration7h
Distance152 miles (244 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Los Angeles - San Luis Obispo

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. The two options are practical and eco-friendly ways to reach San Luis Obispo. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

On average, the trip from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo takes around 7h, but you can get there in as little as 4h 30m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 158 miles (255 km) that separate the two cities.

About 158 miles (255 km) separate Los Angeles and San Luis Obispo.

You can choose from 10 travel times and travel with FlixBus and Greyhound. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo may vary. Want to make your bus journey from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo as effortless as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 5:00 AM and ending at 11:30 AM.

Most of the buses traveling from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo leave from Ramirez Street bus stop and arrive at AMTRAK Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. With prices starting at $28, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

The average price of a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo is $70. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $28 and $99, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

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

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The cheapest trip from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on Apr 24, 2024 with a price of $59

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 $59 to $71 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 $59 which is on 2024-04-24.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling 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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