Cheap buses leaving tomorrow
One passenger / one way
- This trip is recommended because it is: CheapestDeparture time: June 15 atDeparture city: San Luis ObispoDeparture location: San Luis ObispoArrival time: June 15 atDestination city: Santa BarbaraDestination location: Santa Barbara StationOperated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: - This trip is recommended because it is: FastestDeparture time: June 15 atDeparture city: San Luis ObispoDeparture location: San Luis ObispoArrival time: June 15 atDestination city: Santa BarbaraDestination location: Santa Barbara StationOperated by: FlixBusVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: June 15 atDeparture city: San Luis ObispoDeparture location: San Luis ObispoArrival time: June 15 atDestination city: Santa BarbaraDestination location: Santa Barbara StationOperated by: FlixBusVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: June 15 atDeparture city: San Luis ObispoDeparture location: AMTRAK StationArrival time: June 15 atDestination city: Santa BarbaraDestination location: UC Santa BarbaraOperated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: - Departure time: June 15 atDeparture city: San Luis ObispoDeparture location: Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining ComplexArrival time: June 15 atDestination city: Santa BarbaraDestination location: Train StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: BusDuration:
Accepted payments
Compare 2 ways to go from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara.
Busbud recommends taking the bus from San Luis Obispo to Santa BarbaraAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Santa Barbara. The journey takes about 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara: Trip Overview
Compare bus companies
San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara Bus
With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.
Bus service from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.
Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Santa Barbara from San Luis Obispo, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.
Where are the popular stops in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara?
Frequently asked questions for your trip San Luis Obispo - Santa Barbara
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara was searched and found on Jun 16, 2025 with a price of $17To 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 Santa Barbara, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $17 to $59 for a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-06-16.
About Bus Travel
Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
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 San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
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.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
What's the cheapest way to go from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationTop traveled bus routes
Why choose Busbud?
The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets
Busbud helps you easily search, compare and book intercity bus tickets on a worldwide scale with our comprehensive list of bus routes and schedules. With Busbud, wherever you go, you have a worldwide bus station within reach and available in your own language and currency. With Busbud, you can buy tickets with confidence. We ensure that you make the most out of your bus trip by partnering up with reliable bus companies from all around the world such as Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others.
People from around the world trust Busbud
Popular Buses Connecting San Luis Obispo
Buses Leaving from San Luis Obispo
Buses Going to San Luis Obispo
- Bus from Fremont to San Luis Obispo
- Bus San Diego - San Luis Obispo
- Oakland - San Luis Obispo
- Bus from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo
- Bus Santa Barbara - San Luis Obispo
- Los Angeles - San Luis Obispo
- Bus from San Jose to San Luis Obispo
- Bus Fresno - San Luis Obispo
- Monterey - San Luis Obispo
- Bus from Bakersfield to San Luis Obispo