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Bus from San Luis Obispo to Las Vegas: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from San Luis Obispo to Las Vegas. Traveling by bus from San Luis Obispo to Las Vegas usually takes around 18 hours and 38 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak Thruway bus can make the trip in 18 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 316 mi (508 km) |
| Shortest duration | 18h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $130.00 |
| Trips per day | 0 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Thruway |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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San Luis Obispo to Las Vegas Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from San Luis Obispo to Las Vegas?
There are usually 1 daily train trips available from San Luis Obispo to Las Vegas.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$130.00Cheaper | Avg. Price$131.00 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration18h 38m | Duration16h 19mFaster |
There are several bus options that can take you from San Luis Obispo to Las Vegas:
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What bus companies travel from San Luis Obispo to Las Vegas?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from San Luis Obispo to Las Vegas. Amtrak Thruway 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 1 | 18h 38m | $130.00 |
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 Las Vegas start at $130. On average, there are 1 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from San Luis Obispo to Las Vegas
There is usually only one bus per day from San Luis Obispo to Las Vegas. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from San Luis Obispo to Las Vegas; ticket prices start at $131.
Trips per day
1
Direct trips
0
The bus takes an average of 18 hours and 38 minutes to cover the 316 miles from San Luis Obispo to Las Vegas. However, the fastest bus only takes 18 hours and 30 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.
Distance (mi)
316
Distance (km)
508
There is usually only one bus per day from San Luis Obispo to Las Vegas. It leaves the station in San Luis Obispo at 4:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
Earliest bus
3:45am
Latest bus
4:00am
The busiest and least busy days to travel on this route tend to change frequently from week to week. Weather, holidays, local events, and other factors can affect how crowded the bus is on any given day.
Most crowded
Monday
Least crowded
Monday
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.
Las Vegas
People say that Las Vegas is a Disneyland for adults and they have a point – with more than 50 casinos and dozens of nightclubs in the Strip area alone, Vegas is the place where you can let loose and have some good old fun.
Why travel the globe when you can see some of the most iconic landmarks in the world right there next to each other on the Las Vegas Strip? Just by walking down the street, you can visit the Eiffel Tower (at the Paris Hotel), check out the Statue of Liberty (at the New York-New York Hotel & Casino), or go for a gondola ride down the canals of Venice (at the Venetian Resort).
Yes, the many gambling opportunities attract millions of visitors to Sin City every year, but it’s the unique shows and concert residencies that have made Las Vegas one of the key entertainment destinations in the world. While you can certainly relax by the pool during the day, Vegas is definitely not a vacation destination if you’re looking for peace and quiet. When you’re in Las Vegas, you better be ready to hit the town, and if you’re lucky – the jackpot!
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in San Luis Obispo?
Main departure station: 1 Grand Avenue, Building 113
San Luis Obispo has two bus stations with service to Las Vegas.
All bus stations in San Luis Obispo:
- 1 Grand Avenue, Building 113
- 1011 Railroad Ave
Where does the bus arrive in Las Vegas?
Main arrival station: Tour Bus Loading Zone
All buses from San Luis Obispo arrive at one main station in Las Vegas.
All bus stations in Las Vegas:
- Tour Bus Loading Zone
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