Find coaches from San Luis Obispo to Seattle

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Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Seattle on 31 August
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Luis Obispo
Greyhound StationCheapest
Amtrak
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
Seattle King Street StationFastest
Amtrak
AMTRAK Station
Seattle King Street StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
San Luis Obispo
Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)No tags
Amtrak
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
Seattle King Street StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Luis Obispo to Seattle

Bus
Average priceUS$163 - US$435Average duration1d 21h
34kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$124 - US$785Average duration1d 4h
125kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Luis Obispo to Seattle

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 46 minutes and with fares starting at just US$124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 4hAverage duration
US$124Cheapest ticket
125kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Luis Obispo to Seattle: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$250
Average bus trip duration1d 21h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure12:55
Distance844 miles
Latest bus departure16:30

San Luis Obispo to Seattle Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Seattle from San Luis Obispo, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip San Luis Obispo - Seattle

  1. What's the distance between San Luis Obispo and Seattle by coach?

    The distance between San Luis Obispo and Seattle by coach is approximately 858 miles (1384 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from San Luis Obispo to Seattle without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
26/08
US$317
27/08
US$317
Today
US$317
29/08
US$317
30/08
US$317
31/08
US$727
01/09
US$288
02/09
US$261
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Seattle was searched and found on 2 Sept 2025 with a price of US$261

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 Seattle as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$261 to US$1,396 for a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$261, which is on 2025-09-02.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from San Luis Obispo to Seattle.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 San Luis Obispo to Seattle, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from San Luis Obispo to Seattle.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Seattle while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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 San Luis Obispo to Seattle?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to San Luis Obispo by bus?

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