Bus Tickets from San Luis Obispo to Seattle

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TodayAug 29
from US$193
TomorrowAug 30
from US$179
SunAug 31
from US$195
MonSep 1
from US$193
TueSep 2
from US$257
WedSep 3
from US$234
ThuSep 4
from US$244
FriSep 5

Next departures to Seattle

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: San Luis Obispo
    Departure location: San Luis Obispo
    Arrival time: September 1 at
    Destination city: Seattle
    Destination location: Greyhound Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: San Luis Obispo
    Departure location: Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Seattle
    Destination location: Seattle King Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: San Luis Obispo
    Departure location: AMTRAK Station
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Seattle
    Destination location: Seattle King Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: San Luis Obispo
    Departure location: San Luis Obispo
    Arrival time: September 1 at
    Destination city: Seattle
    Destination location: Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 30 at
    Departure city: San Luis Obispo
    Departure location: AMTRAK Station
    Arrival time: August 31 at
    Destination city: Seattle
    Destination location: Seattle King Street Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Luis Obispo to Seattle

Bus
Average PriceUS$163 - US$435Average Duration1d 21h
34kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$124 - US$785Average Duration1d 4h
125kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Luis Obispo to Seattle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 46 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 4hAverage Duration
US$124Cheapest ticket
125kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Luis Obispo to Seattle: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$252
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 21h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure12:55pm
Distance1377 km
Latest bus departure4:30pm

San Luis Obispo to Seattle Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Luis Obispo - Seattle

  1. What is the distance between San Luis Obispo and Seattle?

    The distance between San Luis Obispo and Seattle is around 1384 km (858 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Luis Obispo to Seattle?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at AMTRAK Station, in San Luis Obispo, and end it at Greyhound Station, in Seattle.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
08-27
US$317
08-28
US$317
Today
US$317
08-30
US$317
08-31
US$727
09-01
US$288
09-02
US$261
09-03
US$288
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Seattle was searched and found on Sep 2, 2025 with a price of US$261

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

You can expect to pay from US$261 to US$802 for a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$261 which is on 2025-09-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Luis Obispo to Seattle.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 San Luis Obispo to Seattle, get comfy and count the stars.

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 San Luis Obispo to Seattle.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Seattle while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to San Luis Obispo by bus?

Bus from Seattle to San Luis Obispo

You can also go to Seattle by train

Train from San Luis Obispo to Seattle

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