Sacramento to San Luis Obispo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

232.5 miles 374.2 km · straight line
290.4 miles actual route 467.3 km · driving distance
5h 32min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
168° SSE bearing direction

How far is Sacramento from San Luis Obispo?

The distance from Sacramento to San Luis Obispo is 232.5 miles (374.2 km) as the crow flies. San Luis Obispo is located SSE of Sacramento. By car, the driving distance is approximately 290.4 miles, taking about 5h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Sacramento and San Luis Obispo. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Sacramento to San Luis Obispo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 32min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 38min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 15min $35–$102* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Sacramento & San Luis Obispo

Quick Facts

Sacramento
38.58°N, 121.49°W
America/Los_Angeles
9m elevation
San Luis Obispo
35.28°N, 120.66°W
America/Los_Angeles
71m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 107.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM