Train from San Luis Obispo to Portland, OR: Tickets & Schedules

Next train departures

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Portland on December 17
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AmtrakTrain
AMTRAK Station
Union StationCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:40 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Luis Obispo to Portland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Portland. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $174, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 8hAverage Duration
1154 kmDistance
29kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$174 - $513Average Duration1d 8h
29kg CO₂e
Average Price$166 - $1,244Average Duration1d
105kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Luis Obispo to Portland, OR by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    The cheapest train tickets from San Luis Obispo to Portland start at $166. The average price for this train route is around $303. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train ride from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    The average train trip from San Luis Obispo to Portland takes 1d and covers 1153 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the San Luis Obispo to Portland route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Luis Obispo to Portland?

    The earliest train from San Luis Obispo to Portland departs at 3:05pm. The latest train departs at 3:05pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
12-14
No data
12-15
$372
Today
$327
12-17
$372
12-18
$1,200
12-19
$372
12-20
$202
12-21
$372
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Portland, OR was searched and found on Dec 20, 2025 with a price of $202

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Luis Obispo to Portland, OR, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $202 to $2,609 for a train ticket from San Luis Obispo to Portland, OR based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $202 which is on 2025-12-20.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Luis Obispo to Portland, OR?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between San Luis Obispo and Portland, OR is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $303 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $166. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Portland, OR, choose the train, as it will take you from San Luis Obispo to Portland, OR in about 1d —that's the fastest way to get there!

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