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 £96. The average price for this train route is around £139. 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.

Train Seattle to San Luis Obispo from £92 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Seattle to San Luis Obispo on 3 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:24	AMTRAK Station	CheapestFastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 9h	19:15	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 9h	19:15	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to San Luis Obispo on 4 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:24	AMTRAK Station	CheapestFastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 9h	19:15	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 9h	19:15	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to San Luis Obispo on 5 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:24	AMTRAK Station	CheapestFastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:50	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:50	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to San Luis Obispo on 6 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:24	AMTRAK Station	CheapestFastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:50	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 8h	18:50	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to San Luis Obispo on 7 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 6h	16:00	AMTRAK Station	Cheapest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:24	AMTRAK Station	Fastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 9h	19:15	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to San Luis Obispo on 8 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:24	AMTRAK Station	CheapestFastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 9h	19:15	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 9h	19:15	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

Next departures from Seattle to San Luis Obispo on 9 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:24	AMTRAK Station	CheapestFastest
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 5h	15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 9h	19:15	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags
09:55	Seattle King Street Station	1d 9h	19:15	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle to San Luis Obispo

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach San Luis Obispo. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 29 minutes and with fares starting at just £96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 5hAverage duration

854 milesDistance

125kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£174 - £271	Average duration1d 17h	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£96 - £609	Average duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 125kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5621 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 £96

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

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 £96. The average price for this train route is around £139. 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.

Best price found

30/11

£516

01/12

£516

Today

£149

03/12

£116

04/12

£116

05/12

£116

06/12

£116

07/12

£139

The cheapest trip from Seattle to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £116

To 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 £116 to £588 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 £116, which is on 2025-12-03.

What's the cheapest way to go from Seattle to San Luis Obispo?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 17h	Avg price£177	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1d 5h	Avg price£139	Daily departures1

The 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 £139 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £96. 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!