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The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Francisco, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
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Fastest Journey
8 h 45 m
Average
8 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
319 km
Of the 1 buses that leave San Francisco, CA for San Luis Obispo, CA every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
Distance | 197 miles (318 km) | |
Average bus duration | 3 h 55 min | |
Average bus ticket price | $58 (€50) | |
Bus frequency | 1 a day | |
Direct bus | Yes, there is 1 direct bus a day | |
Bus providers | Flixbus or Amtrak |
Buses from San Francisco, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA cover the 197 miles (318 km) long route taking on average 3 h 55 min with our travel partners like Flixbus or Amtrak. Normally, there is 1 bus operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $58 (€50), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $28 (€24).
FlixBus and Amtrak buses will get you between San Francisco, CA and San Luis Obispo, CA from $28 (€24). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best bus times and tickets for your trip.
Amtrak is the main bus company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak buses running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by bus across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next bus journey between San Francisco, CA and San Luis Obispo, CA.
San Francisco, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA bus information with Amtrak:
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
Bus information from San Francisco, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA with FlixBus:
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