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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA
Cheapest price
$135
Average price
$135
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
8 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
298 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA will cost around $135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $135.
Of the 1 buses that leave San Luis Obispo, CA for Anaheim, CA on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct buses cover the 298 km distance in an average of 8 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest buses will take 8 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:55 PM8h45San Luis Obispo, CA5:40 AMAnaheim, CA$1351One-way0 transfers
- 8:55 PM8h45San Luis Obispo, CA5:40 AMAnaheim, CA$1351One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $51, and a flight costs an average of $119.
Distance: 185 miles (298 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$92 Average price | $58 Average price Cheapest | $265 Average price | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 40m Average total duration Fastest 5h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA:
A train is $33 (€27) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA costing on average $92 (€73).
A train is $207 (€165) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA costing on average $265 (€212).
Other travel options to Anaheim, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 45m.
Train takes on average 6h 33m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA buses for today, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:55 PM San Luis Obispo, CA | 8h45 | 5:40 AM Anaheim, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA
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Buses from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) but you can travel from only $51 (€40) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 03:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 185 miles (298 km) distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 185 miles (298 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 3:45 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
FAQs: Bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Anaheim, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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