Find coaches from San Luis Obispo to Goleta

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Luis Obispo to Goleta

Bus
Average priceUS$50 - US$50Average duration2h 58m
3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$43 - US$43Average duration2h 16m
11kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Luis Obispo to Goleta

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Goleta. The journey takes about 2 hours 16 minutes and with fares starting at just US$43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
2h 16mAverage duration
US$43Cheapest ticket
11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Luis Obispo to Goleta: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$50
Average bus trip duration2h 58m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure15:30
Distance76 miles

San Luis Obispo to Goleta Bus

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Luis Obispo - Goleta

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

    The journey from San Luis Obispo to Goleta by coach covers an approximate distance of 72 miles (116 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from San Luis Obispo to Goleta without a car?

    You can reach Goleta from San Luis Obispo by coach, as there are regular services between the two locations. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Goleta was searched and found on 31 Jul 2025 with a price of US$47

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 Goleta as early as possible.

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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 Goleta.

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Did you know?

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

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

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

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