How much does a train ticket cost from San Luis Obispo to Salinas?

The cheapest train tickets from San Luis Obispo to Salinas start from £25. The average price for this train route is around £48. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from San Luis Obispo to Salinas?

The average train journey time from San Luis Obispo to Salinas is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 112 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 5m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the San Luis Obispo to Salinas 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 San Luis Obispo to Salinas?

The earliest train from San Luis Obispo to Salinas departs at 15:05. And the latest train departs at 15:05.

Train San Luis Obispo to Salinas from £36 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Salinas on 5 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:05	AMTRAK Station	3h 5m	18:10	Amtrak	CheapestFastest
	Train	15:05	AMTRAK Station	3h 5m	18:10	Amtrak	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:15 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Luis Obispo to Salinas

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Salinas. The journey takes about 2 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

2h 45mAverage duration

112 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£25 - £65	Average duration2h 45m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£25 - £192	Average duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in San Luis Obispo and Salinas, US?

San Luis Obispo

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AMTRAK Station
1730 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA
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Salinas, US

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Amtrak
3 STATION PLACE , 93901, California
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,624 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5624 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 £25

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Luis Obispo to Salinas, US 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 San Luis Obispo to Salinas?
The cheapest train tickets from San Luis Obispo to Salinas start from £25. The average price for this train route is around £48. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Luis Obispo to Salinas?
The average train journey time from San Luis Obispo to Salinas is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 112 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 3h 5m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Luis Obispo to Salinas 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 San Luis Obispo to Salinas?
The earliest train from San Luis Obispo to Salinas departs at 15:05. And the latest train departs at 15:05.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

02/12

£45

03/12

£45

Today

£45

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£39

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The cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Salinas, US was searched and found on 5 Dec 2025 with a price of £39

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 Salinas, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £39 to £184 for a train ticket from San Luis Obispo to Salinas, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £39, which is on 2025-12-05.