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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
$129
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
15 h 25 m
Average duration
15 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
308 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, CA will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $129.
It's difficult to get from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Ana, CA without transferring at least once.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €42, and a bus costs an average of €20.
Distance: 191 miles (308 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€43 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest |
9h 31m Average total duration 9h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration Fastest 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Ana, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Ana, CA buses for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 8:20 PM San Luis Obispo, CA | 8h40 | 5:00 AM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of to find the best option for your trip from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Ana, CA.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Ana, CA
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Buses from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 191 miles (308 km) distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 191 miles (308 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 03:45 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Ana, CAYou can travel by bus between San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Ana, CA with FlixBus for as low as $25 (€20). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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