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Cheap bus tickets from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Barbara

Showing times and prices for Sep 28

Cheapest

€12

Average

€25

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

04:10PM2h10

San Luis Obispo, CA

06:20PMSanta Barbara

€121One-way

0 transfers

07:25PM2h30

San Luis Obispo Station

09:55PMSanta Barbara Station

€311One-way

0 transfers

07:15PM2h40

San Luis Obispo, CA

09:55PMSanta Barbara Station

€311One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Barbara

	Distance	80 miles (129 km)
	Average bus duration	2 h 10 min
	Average bus ticket price	$13 (€12)
	Bus frequency	2 a day
	Direct bus	Yes, there are 2 direct buses a day
	Bus companies	Flixbus or Amtrak

Buses from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Barbara cover the 80 miles (129 km) long trip taking on average 2 h 10 min with our travel partners like Flixbus or Amtrak. Normally, there are 2 buses operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest bus tickets for this trip for as low as $10 (€9), but the average price of bus tickets is $13 (€12).

Bus providers: FlixBus and Amtrak from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Barbara

Travel to Santa Barbara from San Luis Obispo, CA from $10 (€9) with Omio’s bus partners FlixBus and Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

Bus information from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Barbara with FlixBus:

Average Duration: 2 h 15 min
Cheapest Price: $10
FlixBus frequency: 1 a day

Amtrak is the main bus company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak buses running daily, you can travel by bus across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela bus for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your bus journey between San Luis Obispo, CA and Santa Barbara, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

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

Average Duration: 2 h 34 min
Amtrak frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Barbara

FAQs: Take the bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Barbara 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 Santa Barbara.

Cheap bus tickets from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Barbara can start from as little as $10 (€9) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Barbara is $13 (€12); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Barbara bus time is 2 h 10 min covering the 80 mile (129 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Barbara leaves at 11: 10 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

There are 2 buses a day from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Barbara which require at least one change with Flixbus or Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

Take the San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Barbara bus with Flixbus or Amtrak. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus companies for the journey to Santa Barbara from San Luis Obispo, CA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

A trip to Santa Barbara from San Luis Obispo, CA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 10 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Barbara is October.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Santa Barbara from San Luis Obispo, CA including taking a bus or train.

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