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Cheap bus tickets from San Francisco, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA

from 28,48 €

What to expect of your trip

Fast, easy, and affordable options from San Francisco, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA

Min. trip duration

4 hr 30 mins

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Min. distance

381 km

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Cheapest trip

From 28,48 €

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2

Min. trips a day

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Frequently asked questions

The bus route from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo covers 381 km. FlixBus can bring you from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo in 4 hours 30 minutes.
Bus ticket prices from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo can vary depending on your travel date, time, and how early you book. You can find bus tickets starting from as little as 28,48 €.
When traveling from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo, you can track your bus location on our Real-Time Bus Tracker. Just select the relevant bus stop and check the time of arrival. Find out where your bus is and check if there are delays on the route.
We offer several secure payment methods for purchasing your ticket from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo. You can pay using debit or credit card, PayPal, Google Pay, and other options. All available payment methods will be displayed during checkout so you can choose the one that suits you best. If you experience payment issues, check that your payment details are correct, your card is enabled for online or international transactions, and that you have sufficient funds. If you buy your bus ticket onboard or at a sales point, you may also have the option to pay in cash.
Passengers traveling from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo with FlixBus can bring one piece of checked luggage and one piece of hand luggage free of charge. Your hand luggage should fit in the overhead compartment or under your seat, while larger bags are stored in the bus’s luggage compartment. If you want to bring additional or special luggage, you can find all available options on our luggage allowance.
Traveling by bus from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo is one of the most environmentally-friendly options available as it reduces traffic associated emissions, and passengers can offset their carbon emissions when they travel with FlixBus by clicking the CO₂ compensation box when booking their ticket.
FlixBus buses traveling from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo offer extra legroom, private outlets, and restrooms. Most buses also provide free Wi-Fi.
The first FlixBus from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo departs at 07:10, while the last departure is at 12:40. Departure times may vary depending on the day and route, so it’s always advisable to check the schedule before you book your bus ticket.
There are 2 bus stops in San Francisco. You can find their locations on the map on this page.
There are 3 bus stops in San Luis Obispo. You can find their locations on the map on this page.
No, you don't need to print your ticket if you purchased it online or via the app. Simply show the driver the QR code that you received via email or that is stored in the app and you're ready to travel from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo. It's that easy!
With FlixBus, you can conveniently reach 11 destinations from San Luis Obispo, including San Francisco, San Jose, Los Angeles.
Yes, weekend trip options are available from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo. Check out the route's schedule and chose the best option to suit your plans!

Looking for bus tickets from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo?

Look no further, we’ve got all the details you need to plan your bus trip! The journey San Francisco to San Luis Obispo takes as little as 4 hours 30 minutes and can cost as little as 28,48 €. The first bus leaves at 07:10 and the last bus leaves at 12:40. FlixBus runs 2 rides each day between San Francisco and San Luis Obispo and when travelling with FlixBus, you can expect free Wifi, power sockets and a guaranteed seat for your journey.