What is the travel distance from San Luis Obispo to Irvine?

The distance between the two cities is 191 miles (308 km).

Bus San Luis Obispo to Irvine from $55 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Irvine on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:50pm	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	9h	3:50am	Irvine Station	No tags
Bus	7:00pm	AMTRAK Station	8h 50m	3:50am	Irvine Station	No tags
Bus	7:15pm	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	8h 35m	3:50am	Irvine Station	No tags
Bus	7:25pm	AMTRAK Station	8h 25m	3:50am	Irvine Station	No tags
Bus	6:50pm	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	9h	3:50am	Irvine Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from San Luis Obispo to Irvine

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Irvine. The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

7hAverage Duration

201 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$76 - $80	Average Duration8h 35m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$51 - $112	Average Duration7h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,607 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5607 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $59

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

What is the travel distance from San Luis Obispo to Irvine?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/22

$55

11/23

$55

Today

$55

11/25

$55

11/26

$55

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$55

11/28

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11/29

$55

The cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Irvine, US was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $55

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 $55 to $91 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 $55 which is on 2025-11-25.