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| Seattle King Street Station | Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle to San Luis Obispo
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Luis Obispo. The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours and with fares starting at just £171, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £95
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle to San Luis Obispo by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Seattle to San Luis Obispo?
The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to San Luis Obispo start from £95. The average price for this train route is around £137. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Seattle to San Luis Obispo?
The average train journey time from Seattle to San Luis Obispo is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 854 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Seattle to San Luis Obispo route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Seattle to San Luis Obispo?
The earliest train from Seattle to San Luis Obispo departs at 09:55. And the latest train departs at 09:55.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Seattle to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of £112To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Seattle to San Luis Obispo as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £112 to £650 for a train ticket from Seattle to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £124, which is on 2025-12-13.
What's the cheapest way to go from Seattle to San Luis Obispo?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Seattle and San Luis Obispo is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost £137 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £95. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Luis Obispo, choose the train, as it will take you from Seattle to San Luis Obispo in about 1d 5h – that's the fastest way to get there!
