Find coaches from San Luis Obispo to Oakland

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Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Oakland on 31 August
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
San Luis Obispo
West Oakland BARTCheapest
FlixBus
San Luis Obispo
West Oakland BARTFastest
FlixBus
San Luis Obispo
West Oakland BARTNo tags
Amtrak
AMTRAK Station
Coliseum/AirportNo tags
Amtrak
AMTRAK Station
Coliseum/AirportNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Luis Obispo to Oakland

Bus
Average priceUS$13 - US$78Average duration5h 5m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$400 - US$400Average duration6h 1m
29kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Luis Obispo to Oakland

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
5h 5mAverage duration
US$13Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Luis Obispo to Oakland: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$45
Average bus trip duration5h 5m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure12:20
Distance197 miles
Latest bus departure15:55

San Luis Obispo to Oakland Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Luis Obispo - Oakland

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

    The distance between San Luis Obispo and Oakland by coach is approximately 200 miles (322 km).

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

    You can travel to Oakland from San Luis Obispo by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/08
US$74
29/08
US$56
Today
US$40
31/08
US$40
01/09
US$74
02/09
US$60
03/09
US$36
04/09
US$39
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Oakland was searched and found on 3 Sept 2025 with a price of US$36

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 Oakland as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$36 to US$264 for a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$36, which is on 2025-09-03.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Oakland but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from San Luis Obispo to Oakland, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Luis Obispo to Oakland will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Luis Obispo to Oakland, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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

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.

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!

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

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