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Is it better to travel by bus or train from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles?
There are usually 45 daily train trips available from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceCZK 939.88 | Avg. PriceCZK 1,307.36 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips3 | Daily Trips45 |
Duration | Duration5h 54m | Duration5h 45m |
Bus from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles: Journey Information
There are 6 intercity buses per day from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles. Traveling by bus from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles usually takes around 5 hours and 41 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 161 mi (260 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 50m |
| Cheapest price | CZK 655.40 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles?
Bus tickets for a trip from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles cost CZK 895.37 on average. Tickets cheaper than CZK 895.37 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average bus ticket prices from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles by month
Prices as travel date approaches
The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 24 days in advance to save CZK 149.23 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
What bus companies travel from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles. FlixBus US connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 6 | 5h 42m | CZK 974.71 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 6 trips per day from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 41 minutes to cover the 161 miles from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
Because many passengers travel from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 6 scheduled buses that travel from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 3 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles; ticket prices start at CZK 903.11.
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.
Los Angeles
Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.
The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.
With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in San Luis Obispo?
Main departure station: San Luis Obispo Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in San Luis Obispo.
All bus stations in San Luis Obispo:
San Luis Obispo Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Los Angeles?
Main arrival station: 800 N Alameda St
Buses arrive in Los Angeles at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Los Angeles:
800 N Alameda St
San Fernando Bus Station
North Hollywood Bus Station
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