Bus Tickets from Chico to San Luis Obispo

Compare 2 ways to go from Chico to San Luis Obispo

Bus
Average PriceUS$128 - US$203Average Duration1d
13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$95 - US$476Average Duration11h 12m
46kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chico to San Luis Obispo

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Luis Obispo. The journey takes about 1 day, 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d Average Duration
US$128Cheapest ticket
13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chico to San Luis Obispo: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$137
Average Bus Trip Duration1d
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure1:00pm
Distance506 km

Chico to San Luis Obispo Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Chico to San Luis Obispo. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Chico to San Luis Obispo.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to San Luis Obispo from Chico, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chico - San Luis Obispo

  1. What is the travel distance from Chico to San Luis Obispo?

    It's about 511 km (317 miles) from Chico to San Luis Obispo.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chico to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on Jul 30, 2025 with a price of US$113

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chico to San Luis Obispo, as early as possible.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chico and San Luis Obispo!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Chico to San Luis Obispo.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Chico to San Luis Obispo.

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Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chico to San Luis Obispo?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Chico by bus?

Bus from Chico to San Luis Obispo

You can also go to San Luis Obispo by train

Train from Chico to San Luis Obispo

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