Find coaches from San Luis Obispo to Carpinteria

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Luis Obispo to Carpinteria

Bus
Average priceUS$48 - US$48Average duration8h 13m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$39 - US$39Average duration2h 51m
13kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Luis Obispo to Carpinteria

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Carpinteria. The journey takes about 2 hours 51 minutes and with fares starting at just US$39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
2h 51mAverage duration
US$39Cheapest ticket
13kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Luis Obispo to Carpinteria: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$48
Average bus trip duration8h 13m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure03:45
Distance89 miles
Latest bus departure04:00

San Luis Obispo to Carpinteria Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from San Luis Obispo to Carpinteria. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Luis Obispo - Carpinteria

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

    The distance between San Luis Obispo and Carpinteria by coach is approximately 85 miles (137 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from San Luis Obispo to Carpinteria without a car?

    The best way to go from San Luis Obispo to Carpinteria without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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

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03/09
US$41
04/09
US$41
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US$41
06/09
US$41
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US$41
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US$41
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Carpinteria was searched and found on 3 Sept 2025 with a price of US$41

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

You can expect to pay from US$41 to US$61 for a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Carpinteria based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$41, which is on 2025-09-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Luis Obispo and Carpinteria!

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Luis Obispo to Carpinteria will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

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.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Will you be returning to San Luis Obispo by bus?

Bus from Carpinteria to San Luis Obispo

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Train from San Luis Obispo to Carpinteria

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