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

The cheapest bus tickets from San Luis Obispo to Oakland start from $13. The average price for this route is around $50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from San Luis Obispo to Oakland?

The average bus trip duration from San Luis Obispo to Oakland is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 197 miles (318 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

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

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from San Luis Obispo to Oakland at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 4:35pm.

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

A bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Oakland generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from San Luis Obispo to Oakland?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Luis Obispo to Oakland?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from San Luis Obispo to Oakland?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Luis Obispo to Oakland?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus San Luis Obispo to Oakland from $36 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Oakland on November 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:55pm	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	6h 5m	7:00pm	Coliseum/Airport	Cheapest
3:55pm	San Luis Obispo	4h 35m	8:30pm	West Oakland BART	Fastest
12:45pm	AMTRAK Station	6h 15m	7:00pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
2:15pm	AMTRAK Station	6h 45m	9:00pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
9:00am	AMTRAK Station	11h 53m	8:53pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Oakland on November 29
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:45pm	AMTRAK Station	6h 26m	7:11pm	Jack London Square	CheapestFastest
9:00am	AMTRAK Station	11h 53m	8:53pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
9:00am	AMTRAK Station	9h 28m	6:28pm	Jack London Square	No tags
9:00am	AMTRAK Station	9h 15m	6:15pm	Emeryville Station	No tags
12:45pm	AMTRAK Station	6h 35m	7:20pm	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Oakland on November 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
12:55pm	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	6h 5m	7:00pm	Coliseum/Airport	CheapestFastest
9:00am	AMTRAK Station	11h 53m	8:53pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
9:00am	AMTRAK Station	9h 28m	6:28pm	Jack London Square	No tags
9:00am	AMTRAK Station	9h 15m	6:15pm	Emeryville Station	No tags
9:10am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	9h 5m	6:15pm	Emeryville Station	No tags

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Oakland on December 1
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:15am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	5h 35m	3:50pm	Coliseum/Airport	Cheapest
1:30pm	San Luis Obispo	5h 5m	6:35pm	West Oakland BART	Fastest
10:05am	AMTRAK Station	5h 45m	3:50pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
12:45pm	AMTRAK Station	6h 16m	7:01pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags
9:00am	AMTRAK Station	10h 3m	7:03pm	Coliseum/Airport	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:43 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Luis Obispo to Oakland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

5h 5mAverage Duration

197 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $133	Average Duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$46 - $108	Average Duration6h 1m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Luis Obispo and Oakland?

Stops in San Luis Obispo

A
AMTRAK Station
1730 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA
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B
San Luis Obispo Bus Stop
1460 Calle Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405, USA

Stops in Oakland

A
Emeryville Station
5885 Horton St, Emeryville, CA 94608, USA
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B
West Oakland BART Station
1401-1421 7th St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA
C
Oakland Bus Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612
D
Greyhound Station
2103 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA 94612, USA

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,608 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,459 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Luis Obispo to Oakland by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Oakland?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Luis Obispo to Oakland start from $13. The average price for this route is around $50. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from San Luis Obispo to Oakland?
The average bus trip duration from San Luis Obispo to Oakland is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 197 miles (318 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Luis Obispo to Oakland route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Luis Obispo to Oakland?
The earliest bus departs from San Luis Obispo to Oakland at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 4:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Oakland?
A bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Oakland generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Luis Obispo to Oakland?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Luis Obispo to Oakland?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from San Luis Obispo to Oakland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Luis Obispo to Oakland?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/25

$74

11/26

$93

Today

$60

11/28

$74

11/29

$80

11/30

$74

12/01

$74

12/02

$68

The cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Oakland was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $60

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 Oakland, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $60 to $370 for a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $68 which is on 2025-12-02.