San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA bus

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Cheap bus tickets from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA

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The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Amtrak
05:25PM5h46
San Luis Obispo, CA
11:11PMOakland, CA
$821One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
07:45PM6h26
San Luis Obispo, CA
02:11AMOakland, CA
$831One-way
0 transfers

San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Monday, January 20
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
AmtrakAmtrak05:25PM San Luis Obispo, CA5h46 11:11PM Oakland, CA0 transfersDirect
AmtrakAmtrak07:45PM San Luis Obispo, CA6h26 02:11AM Oakland, CA0 transfersDirect

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Bus times from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA

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Fastest Journey

5 h 46 m

Average

6 h 6 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

315 km

Of the 2 buses that leave San Luis Obispo, CA for Oakland, CA every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Amtrak
05:25PM5h46
San Luis Obispo, CA
11:11PMOakland, CA
$821One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
07:45PM6h26
San Luis Obispo, CA
02:11AMOakland, CA
$831One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA

Buses from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€27) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
195 miles (315 km)
Average bus duration
5h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
$29 (€27)
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
1
Bus providers
1
Fastest bus
4h 50m
First bus
06:11
Last bus
16:10
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus companies: Amtrak and FlixBus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA

Buy your official Amtrak and FlixBus bus tickets from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA from $31 (€28) with Omio. Find bus times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular trip.

Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.

Bus information from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA with Amtrak:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 56 min
  • Cheapest Price: $48
  • Amtrak frequency: 4 a day

FAQs: Bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA

FAQs: Take the bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA.
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Cheap bus tickets from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA can start from as little as $29 (€27) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA is $44 (€40); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The bus time from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA is on average 4 h 50 min   for the 195 mile (315 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA leaves at 5: 00AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA leaves at 4: 10PM.
Yes, there is 1 direct bus a day from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
For the trip from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA you can take a bus with FlixBus. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services to Oakland, CA from San Luis Obispo, CA on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Oakland, CA from San Luis Obispo, CA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 50 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from San Luis Obispo, CA to Oakland, CA including taking a train or bus.

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