Santa Barbara, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA bus

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

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

Amtrak
02:45PM2h30
Santa Barbara, CA
05:15PMSan Luis Obispo, CA
$381One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
01:39PM3h36
Santa Barbara, CA
05:15PMSan Luis Obispo, CA
$461One-way
0 transfers

Santa Barbara, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, October 9
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Amtrak02:45PM Santa Barbara, CA2h30 05:15PM San Luis Obispo, CA0 transfersDirect
Amtrak01:39PM Santa Barbara, CA3h36 05:15PM San Luis Obispo, CA0 transfersDirect

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Bus times from Santa Barbara, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA

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Fastest Journey

2 h 30 m

Average

3 h 3 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

130 km

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

Amtrak
02:45PM2h30
Santa Barbara, CA
05:15PMSan Luis Obispo, CA
$381One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak
01:39PM3h36
Santa Barbara, CA
05:15PMSan Luis Obispo, CA
$461One-way
0 transfers

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

distanceDistance80 miles (129 km)
durationAverage bus duration2 h 10 min
priceAverage bus ticket price$31 (€27)
frequencyBus frequency2 a day
changesDirect busYes, there are 2 direct buses a day
carriersBus providersFlixBus

Buses from Santa Barbara, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA cover the 80 miles (129 km) long trip taking on average 2 h 10 min with our travel partners like FlixBus. Normally, there are 2 buses operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this trip costs around $31 (€27), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $22 (€18).

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

Travel to San Luis Obispo, CA from Santa Barbara, CA from $20 (€17) with Omio’s bus partners FlixBus and Amtrak! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient 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.

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

  • Average Duration: 2 h 10 min
  • Cheapest Price: $20
  • FlixBus frequency: 1 a day

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

FAQs: Take the bus from Santa Barbara, CA to San Luis Obispo, 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 Santa Barbara, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA.
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Cheap bus tickets from Santa Barbara, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA can start from as little as $22 (€18) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Santa Barbara, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA is $31 (€27); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Santa Barbara, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA is 2 h 10 min   to travel the 80 mile (129 km) long journey, with around there are 2 buses per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Santa Barbara, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA leaves at 1: 39 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Santa Barbara, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA leaves at 8: 55 PM.
Yes, there are 2 direct buses a day from Santa Barbara, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
Take the Santa Barbara, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA bus with FlixBus. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus providers for the route to San Luis Obispo, CA from Santa Barbara, CA as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to San Luis Obispo, CA from Santa Barbara, 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 to travel from Santa Barbara, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA by bus is September.
You have options as you can travel to San Luis Obispo, CA from Santa Barbara, CA 2 different ways: train or bus.

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