Question 1

Is it safe to travel by bus from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Accepted Answer

Our bus partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, bus carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
Although masks are no longer required on public transportation, we stand behind CDC guidelines that encourage passengers to wear a mask over their nose and mouth while on the bus or in stations.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.

Question 2

What is the busiest day of the week to travel by bus?

Accepted Answer

Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to San Luis Obispo 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, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

Question 3

What bus companies travel from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo?

Accepted Answer

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo. FlixBus US is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.

Question 4

How much is a bus ticket from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo?

Accepted Answer

$15.99 is the average price of a bus ticket from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Question 5

How many bus schedules are there most days?

Accepted Answer

There is usually only one bus per day from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo; ticket prices start at $34.00.

Question 6

How long is the bus ride from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo?

Accepted Answer

The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 198 miles from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo.  It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Question 7

When do the earliest and latest buses leave San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

There is usually only one bus per day from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo; ticket prices start at $34.00.

Question 8

Where does the bus arrive in San Luis Obispo?

Accepted Answer

All buses from San Francisco arrive at one main station in San Luis Obispo.

Question 9

Where does the bus leave from in San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Most buses depart from the main station in San Francisco.

Question 10

Prices as travel date approaches

Accepted Answer

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap bus tickets is to book at least 29 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save $20.69 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

Question 11

Monthly average prices

Accepted Answer

The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in . That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo in , expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.

Question 12

Need a return trip from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

Accepted Answer

With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.