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Today29 Aug
Tomorrow30 Aug
Sun31 Aug
Mon1 Sept
from US$253
Tue2 Sept
Wed3 Sept
Thu4 Sept
Fri5 Sept

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Arrival time: 3 September at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: San Luis Obispo
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Arrival time: 3 September at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: San Luis Obispo
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 3 September at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: San Luis Obispo
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 3 September at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: San Luis Obispo
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: San Luis Obispo
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to San Luis Obispo

Bus
Average priceUS$230 - US$366Average duration2d 14h
74kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$220 - US$1,411Average duration3d 2h
268kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago 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 2 days, 14 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$230, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
2d 14hAverage duration
US$230Cheapest ticket
74kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to San Luis Obispo: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$248
Average bus trip duration2d 14h
Number of daily buses7
Earliest bus departure00:15
Distance1825 miles
Latest bus departure23:50

Chicago to San Luis Obispo Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Chicago 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 Chicago - San Luis Obispo

  1. How far is San Luis Obispo from Chicago by coach?

    The journey from Chicago to San Luis Obispo by coach covers an approximate distance of 1825 miles (2943 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach San Luis Obispo from Chicago without flying?

    To travel from Chicago to San Luis Obispo without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chicago to San Luis Obispo.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to San Luis Obispo, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Chicago to San Luis Obispo that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to San Luis Obispo, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to San Luis Obispo?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

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