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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Luis Obispo, CA to Berkeley, CA
Cheapest price
$90
Average price
$90
Fastest journey
6 h 29 m
Average duration
6 h 29 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
322 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Luis Obispo, CA to Berkeley, 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 Berkeley, CA will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $90.
Of the 1 buses that leave San Luis Obispo, CA for Berkeley, CA on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 322 km distance in an average of 6 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 29 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 6 h 29 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.
9:55 PM6h29San Luis Obispo, CA4:24 AMBerkeley, CA$901One-way0 transfers
- 9:55 PM6h29San Luis Obispo, CA4:24 AMBerkeley, CA$901One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Luis Obispo, CA to Berkeley, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Luis Obispo, CA to Berkeley, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 8m. 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 bus costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $182.
Distance: 200 miles (322 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$45 Average price Cheapest | $66 Average price | $393 Average price | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Berkeley, CA:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Luis Obispo, CA to Berkeley, CA costing on average $66 (€54).
A bus is $347 (€284) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Luis Obispo, CA to Berkeley, CA costing on average $393 (€321).
Other travel options to Berkeley, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 31m.
Train takes on average 6h 25m.
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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.
San Luis Obispo, CA to Berkeley, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:41PM | Duration 6h11 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 06:11PM | Duration 9h41 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 11:16PM | Duration 6h01 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 04:24AM | Duration 6h29 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $90 |
Compare prices and tickets San Luis Obispo, CA to Berkeley, CA by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Berkeley, CA
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Buses from San Luis Obispo, CA to Berkeley, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 22:41. The fastest bus covers the 200 miles (322 km) distance in 6h 1m.
Distance 200 miles (322 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 6h 1m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 10:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Berkeley, CA
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