What is the travel distance from Ventura to San Luis Obispo?

The distance separating Ventura and San Luis Obispo is 100 miles (162 km).

Bus Ventura to San Luis Obispo from $51 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Ventura to San Luis Obispo on August 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		6:42pm	Harbor Boulevard	5h 43m	12:25am	AMTRAK Station	CheapestFastest
		6:42pm	Harbor Boulevard	5h 58m	12:40am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

Next departures for Ventura to San Luis Obispo on September 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		6:42pm	Harbor Boulevard	5h 43m	12:25am	AMTRAK Station	CheapestFastest
		6:42pm	Harbor Boulevard	5h 58m	12:40am	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Ventura to San Luis Obispo.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$54 - $54	Average Duration5h 43m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$41 - $41	Average Duration3h 29m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Ventura to San Luis Obispo

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Luis Obispo. The journey takes about 3 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

3h 29mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest ticket

15kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Ventura to San Luis Obispo: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$54

Average bus trip duration5h 43m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure6:42pm

Distance103 miles (166 km)

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Amtrak

4/55,430 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5430 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $54

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Ventura to San Luis Obispo Bus

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

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08/27

$51

08/28

$51

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$51

08/30

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$51

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$51

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The cheapest trip from Ventura to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of $51

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

You can expect to pay from $51 to $51 for a bus ticket from Ventura to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-08-30.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Ventura 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.

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Ventura to San Luis Obispo that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Ventura to San Luis Obispo 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 that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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