Find coaches from San Luis Obispo to Solana Beach

Find affordable coach tickets from San Luis Obispo to Solana Beach with flexible options. Book your journey now

Join 75M+ travellers booking 2M+ routes across 85+ countries.
Enjoy our 24/7 customer service to assist you at every stage.
Cancel anytime and receive a 100% refund, no reason needed.
Today3 Sept
from US$68
Tomorrow4 Sept
from US$68
Fri5 Sept
from US$68
Sat6 Sept
Sun7 Sept
from US$68
Mon8 Sept
from US$68
Tue9 Sept
Wed10 Sept

Next departures to Solana Beach

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 4 September at
    Departure city: San Luis Obispo
    Departure location: Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
    Arrival time: 5 September at
    Destination city: Solana Beach
    Destination location: Solana Beach, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 4 September at
    Departure city: San Luis Obispo
    Departure location: AMTRAK Station
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Solana Beach
    Destination location: Solana Beach, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 September at
    Departure city: San Luis Obispo
    Departure location: AMTRAK Station
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Solana Beach
    Destination location: Solana Beach, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 September at
    Departure city: San Luis Obispo
    Departure location: AMTRAK Station
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Solana Beach
    Destination location: Solana Beach, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 September at
    Departure city: San Luis Obispo
    Departure location: AMTRAK Station
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Solana Beach
    Destination location: Solana Beach, CA
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

Accepted payments

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • American Express
  • China Union Pay
  • Diners Club Canada
  • Discover Click to Pay
  • JCB payment
  • Klarna (Pay over time)
  • Google Pay

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Luis Obispo to Solana Beach

Bus
Average priceUS$86 - US$86Average duration9h 45m
10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$61 - US$125Average duration8h 8m
37kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from San Luis Obispo to Solana Beach

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Solana Beach. The journey takes about 8 hours 8 minutes and with fares starting at just US$61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
8h 8mAverage duration
US$61Cheapest ticket
37kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Luis Obispo to Solana Beach: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$86
Average bus trip duration9h 45m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure18:50
Distance250 miles
Latest bus departure19:25

San Luis Obispo to Solana Beach Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from San Luis Obispo to Solana Beach.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from San Luis Obispo to Solana Beach.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from San Luis Obispo to Solana Beach, 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 San Luis Obispo - Solana Beach

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

    The distance between San Luis Obispo and Solana Beach by coach is approximately 247 miles (397 km).

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

    You can travel to Solana Beach from San Luis Obispo by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01/09
US$64
02/09
US$64
Today
US$64
04/09
US$64
05/09
US$64
06/09
No data
07/09
US$64
08/09
US$64
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Solana Beach was searched and found on 1 Sept 2025 with a price of US$64

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 Solana Beach as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$64 to US$96 for a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Solana Beach based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$64, which is on 2025-09-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Solana Beach but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Luis Obispo to Solana Beach.

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 San Luis Obispo to Solana Beach that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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.

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

Will you be returning to San Luis Obispo by bus?

Bus from Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo

You can also go to Solana Beach by train

Train from San Luis Obispo to Solana Beach

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

Busbud.com makes it easy for you to find, compare and book city-to-city bus tickets, all over the world. We save you the extra trip to the bus station. With Busbud, wherever you go, you have a worldwide bus station within reach and available in your own language and currency. Busbud prides itself on its worldwide partnerships. We make it possible for you to buy tickets with its large network of trustworthy bus partners like Greyhound, Eurolines, ALSA, OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus), National Express and many others.

People from around the world trust Busbud

‌

Popular Buses Connecting San Luis Obispo

Buses Leaving from San Luis Obispo

Buses Going to San Luis Obispo

Popular Buses Connecting Solana Beach

Buses Leaving from Solana Beach

Buses Going to Solana Beach