Find coaches from San Luis Obispo to Santa Clara, US

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Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Santa Clara on 18 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
Santa Ana Regional Transportation CenterCheapest
Amtrak
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
Santa Clara Transit CenterFastest
Amtrak
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
Great America StationNo tags
Amtrak
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
Great America StationNo tags
Amtrak
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
Great America StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Luis Obispo to Santa Clara

Bus
Average priceUS$76 - US$78Average duration8h 15m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$49 - US$70Average duration6h 48m
28kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Luis Obispo to Santa Clara

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Santa Clara. The journey takes about 6 hours 48 minutes and with fares starting at just US$49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
6h 48mAverage duration
US$49Cheapest ticket
28kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Luis Obispo to Santa Clara, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$76
Average bus trip duration8h 15m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure18:50
Distance191 miles
Latest bus departure19:25

San Luis Obispo to Santa Clara Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Luis Obispo - Santa Clara, US

  1. What's the distance between San Luis Obispo and Santa Clara by coach?

    The distance between San Luis Obispo and Santa Clara by coach is approximately 164 miles (264 km).

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

    You can travel to Santa Clara from San Luis Obispo by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. 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
13/09
US$53
14/09
US$53
Today
US$53
16/09
US$53
17/09
US$53
18/09
US$53
19/09
US$53
20/09
US$53
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Santa Clara, US was searched and found on 13 Sept 2025 with a price of US$53

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 Santa Clara, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$53 to US$99 for a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Santa Clara, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$53, which is on 2025-09-16.

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 Santa Clara but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Santa Clara.

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

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

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.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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!

Will you be returning to San Luis Obispo by bus?

Bus from Santa Clara, US to San Luis Obispo

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Train from San Luis Obispo to Santa Clara, US

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