CA → CA · about 194 miles
Oakland to San Luis Obispo bus & train schedule
Amtrak and FlixBus run 11 direct buses and trains a week from Oakland to San Luis Obispo. The fastest takes 5 hours 10 minutes; the first departure leaves at 6:30 AM and the last at 9:09 AM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Buses and trains a week
- 11
- Fastest trip
- 5h 10m
- First departure
- 6:30 AM
- Last departure
- 9:09 AM
Timetable
Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Stops | Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:30 AM | 11:40 AM | 5h 10m | Mon–Thu | Oakland 7th St to San Luis Obispo Santa Barbara Avenue | FlixBus Full timetable |
| 9:09 AM | 3:24 PM | 6h 15m | Daily | Oakland to San Luis Obispo | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in Oakland Where you get off in San Luis Obispo The route of the busiest trip
Where to board in Oakland
Where buses and trains stop in San Luis Obispo
Return trip: San Luis Obispo to Oakland
Questions
How long is the bus or train from Oakland to San Luis Obispo?
The fastest direct bus or train takes 5 hours 10 minutes.
What time is the first departure from Oakland to San Luis Obispo?
The earliest departure is at 6:30 AM (Mon–Thu) and the last at 9:09 AM (Daily).
Which bus and rail companies go from Oakland to San Luis Obispo?
Amtrak and FlixBus run direct buses and trains on this route.
Where do I board in Oakland?
Buses and trains to San Luis Obispo leave from Oakland Amtrak station and Oakland 7th St.