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San Luis Obispo to Santa Maria Coach Timetable
Coach from San Luis Obispo to Santa Maria: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from San Luis Obispo to Santa Maria. Traveling by coach from San Luis Obispo to Santa Maria usually takes around one hour and 21 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Thruway coach can make the trip in 50 minutes.
| Distance | 26 mi (42 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 50m |
| Cheapest price | £15.61 |
| Trips per day | 4 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from San Luis Obispo to Santa Maria?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from San Luis Obispo to Santa Maria. Amtrak Thruway connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 3 | 1h 21m | £16.28 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from San Luis Obispo to Santa Maria start at £16. On average, there are 3 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from San Luis Obispo to Santa Maria
The coach takes an average of one hour and 21 minutes to cover the 26 miles from San Luis Obispo to Santa Maria. However, the fastest coach only takes 50 minutes. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Sunday tends to be the busiest day for coaches, as many passengers take the coach to Santa Maria at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 16:00 and the last coach leaves at 19:00. To see the times for all coaches from San Luis Obispo to Santa Maria, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from San Luis Obispo to Santa Maria every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 4 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Luis Obispo to Santa Maria; ticket prices start at £15.61.
City Information
San Luis Obispo
San Luis is a remarkable city known for accommodating travelers with different intents - those looking for nightlife, a laid-back experience, or a healthy mix of both. It is also known for its outstanding farmers' market with some of the best fruits and veggies in all of California. The historic Spanish Mission, art galleries, museums, wine, craft beer tasting room, and great restaurants can provide any type of fun you're looking for in the Sunshine State.
Want a truly unique experience? Swing by Bubblegum Alley, with walls lined with chewed bubblegum. Leave some yourself to make your mark! Or, for more traditional art, visit the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, with galleries displaying work by contemporary California artists.
SLO has two major bus and train stations in San Luis - 1011 Railroad Ave and Grand Avenue, Building 113. FlixBus and Amtrak Thruway buses both service the town for bus transport, and Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner and Coast Starlight provide train options. There is also a county airport that lets you fly in from wherever you are in the world and is located just two miles from the main city.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in San Luis Obispo?
Main departure station: 1 Grand Avenue, Building 113
San Luis Obispo has two coach stations with service to Santa Maria.
All coach stations in San Luis Obispo:
1 Grand Avenue, Building 113
1011 Railroad Ave
Where does the coach arrive in Santa Maria?
Main arrival station: Santa Maria Bus Stop
All coaches from San Luis Obispo arrive at one main station in Santa Maria.
Coach stations in Santa Maria:
Santa Maria Bus Stop
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