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Today27 Jun
Tomorrow28 Jun
from US$50
Sun29 Jun
from US$62
Mon30 Jun
from US$48
Tue1 Jul
from US$48
Wed2 Jul
from US$51
Thu3 Jul
from US$51
Fri4 Jul
from US$60

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 28 June at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: West Oakland BART
    Arrival time: 28 June at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: San Luis Obispo
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 June at
    Departure city: Oakland
    Departure location: UC Berkeley (Crescent Lawn)
    Arrival time: 28 June at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: San Luis Obispo
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland to San Luis Obispo

Bus
Average priceUS$34 - US$72Average duration4h 50m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$44 - US$108Average duration6h 15m
29kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Oakland 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 4 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
4h 50mAverage duration
US$34Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Oakland to San Luis Obispo: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$48
Average bus trip duration4h 50m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure07:35
Distance197 miles
Latest bus departure11:35

Oakland to San Luis Obispo Bus

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Oakland - San Luis Obispo

  1. How far is San Luis Obispo from Oakland by coach?

    The journey from Oakland to San Luis Obispo by coach covers an approximate distance of 200 miles (322 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach San Luis Obispo from Oakland without a car?

    You can reach San Luis Obispo from Oakland by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
25/06
US$38
26/06
US$44
Today
US$45
28/06
US$42
29/06
US$55
30/06
US$40
01/07
US$40
02/07
US$43
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on 25 Jun 2025 with a price of US$38

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

You can expect to pay from US$38 to US$58 for a bus ticket from Oakland to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$40, which is on 2025-06-30.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Oakland 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.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Oakland to San Luis Obispo, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Oakland to San Luis Obispo.

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

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Oakland by bus?

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You can also go to San Luis Obispo by train

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