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How to Travel from

San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara

by Rideshare or Car

San Luis Obispo
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Transport providers

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from San Luis Obispo to Santa
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.83–$95.54
Bus from San Luis Obispo to Santa
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Luis Obispo to Santa
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$12.74–$58.60

San Luis Obispo RTA

Website:
slorta.org
Bus from Government Center to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$3.18–$4.20

Airlines

Clean Air Express

Phone:
(805) 692-1902
Website:
cleanairexpress.com/
Bus from Santa Maria Transit Center to Anacapa
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.37–$8.28

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara?

The cheapest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara is to bus via Santa Maria which costs $8.15 - $10.87 and takes 3h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara?

The fastest way to get from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs $18.48 - $28.26 .

Is there a direct bus between San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Santa Barbara. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from San Luis Obispo and arriving at Santa Barbara. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara?

The distance between San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara is 191 km. The road distance is 170.1 km.

How do I travel from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara without a car?

The best way to get from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs $15.22 - $81.52 .

How long does it take to get from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara?

The train from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara bus from?

San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Where do I catch the San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara train from?

San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from San Luis Obispo station.

Train or bus from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara?

The best way to get from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs $15.22 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10.87 - $50 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara bus arrive?

San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

What is the time difference between San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara?

It is currently 11:11 at both, San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara.

Where does the San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara train arrive?

San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Santa Barbara station.

Can I drive from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara?

Yes, the driving distance between San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara is 170 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara.

How do I get a train ticket from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara?

Book your San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara?

Book your San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Santa Barbara?

There are 201+ hotels available in Santa Barbara. Prices start at $56 per night.
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