San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Barbara bus
Cheap bus tickets from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Barbara
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Bus times from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Barbara
Fastest Journey
2 h 15 m
Average
2 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
130 km
Of the 1 buses that leave San Luis Obispo, CA for Santa Barbara every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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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 | $19 (€17) |
 | Bus frequency | 3 a day |
 | Direct bus | Yes, there are 3 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 journey taking on average 2 h 10 min with our travel partners like Flixbus or Amtrak. Normally, there are 3 buses operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest bus tickets for this trip for as low as $13 (€12), but the average price of bus tickets is $19 (€17).
Bus companies: FlixBus and Amtrak from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Barbara
Buy your official FlixBus and Amtrak bus tickets to Santa Barbara from San Luis Obispo, CA from $13 (€12) with Omio. Find bus times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most affordable route.
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 13 min
- Average Price: $13
- 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 from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Barbara, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.
Amtrak from San Luis Obispo, CA to Santa Barbara bus information:
- Average Duration: 2 h 29 min
- Average Price: $25
- Amtrak frequency: 2 a day
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