Bus Tickets from Riverside, CA to San Luis Obispo

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Next departures for Riverside to San Luis Obispo on August 27
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Riverside Station
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining ComplexCheapest
Amtrak
Riverside Station
AMTRAK StationFastest
Amtrak
Riverside Station
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining ComplexNo tags
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Riverside Station
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining ComplexNo tags
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Riverside Station
AMTRAK StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Riverside to San Luis Obispo

Bus
Average PriceUS$51 - US$91Average Duration9h 15m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$95 - US$105Average Duration10h 3m
30kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Riverside to San Luis Obispo

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Luis Obispo. The journey takes about 9 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
9h 15mAverage Duration
US$51Cheapest ticket
8kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Riverside, CA to San Luis Obispo: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$76
Average Bus Trip Duration9h 15m
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure7:10am
Distance335 km
Latest bus departure3:25pm

Riverside to San Luis Obispo Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Riverside to San Luis Obispo, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Riverside, CA - San Luis Obispo

  1. What is the distance between Riverside and San Luis Obispo?

    Riverside and San Luis Obispo are 328 km (204 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Riverside to San Luis Obispo?

    Buses departing from Riverside Bus Station in Riverside will take you to AMTRAK Station in San Luis Obispo.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Riverside, CA to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of US$72

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riverside, CA to San Luis Obispo, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$72 to US$89 for a bus ticket from Riverside, CA to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$72 which is on 2025-08-27.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Riverside, CA to San Luis Obispo?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Riverside, CA by bus?

Bus from San Luis Obispo to Riverside, CA

You can also go to San Luis Obispo by train

Train from Riverside, CA to San Luis Obispo

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