Bus Monterey to San Luis Obispo: Trip Overview
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Monterey to San Luis Obispo Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Monterey - San Luis Obispo
What is the distance between Monterey and San Luis Obispo?
The distance between Monterey and San Luis Obispo is around 189 km (118 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Monterey to San Luis Obispo?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Monterey Transit Plaza, in Monterey, and end it at AMTRAK Station, in San Luis Obispo.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Monterey to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on Jul 28, 2025 with a price of US$83To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Monterey to San Luis Obispo, as early as possible.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Monterey to San Luis Obispo.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Monterey to San Luis Obispo, get comfy and count the stars.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Monterey to San Luis Obispo that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Monterey to San Luis Obispo, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
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