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

The cheapest bus tickets from Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo start from $85. The average price for this route is around $85. 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 Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo?

The average bus trip duration from Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 250 miles (402 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 10m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo at 9:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo from $80 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	9:55pm	Solana Beach, CA	12h 30m	10:25am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	Cheapest
	Bus	9:55pm	Solana Beach, CA	12h 20m	10:15am	AMTRAK Station	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:57 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Luis Obispo. The journey takes about 8 hours 12 minutes and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

8h 12mAverage Duration

250 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$85 - $85	Average Duration12h 20m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$61 - $123	Average Duration8h 12m	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5610 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 $85

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo 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 Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo start from $85. The average price for this route is around $85. 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 Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo?
The average bus trip duration from Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo is 12h 20m, covering a distance of 250 miles (402 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 10m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo?
The earliest bus departs from Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo at 9:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo?
A bus trip from Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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The cheapest trip from Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $80

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

You can expect to pay from $80 to $80 for a bus ticket from Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $80 which is on 2025-11-30.