Trains tickets from Vancouver, US to San Luis Obispo

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Today21 Jul
from US$246
Tomorrow22 Jul
from US$246
Wed23 Jul
Thu24 Jul
Fri25 Jul
Sat26 Jul
from US$656
Sun27 Jul
from US$279
Mon28 Jul
from US$279

Next departures to San Luis Obispo

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 22 July at
    Departure city: Vancouver
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: 23 July at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: AMTRAK Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 22 July at
    Departure city: Vancouver
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: 23 July at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: AMTRAK Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 22 July at
    Departure city: Vancouver
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: 23 July at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: AMTRAK Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 22 July at
    Departure city: Vancouver
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: 23 July at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: AMTRAK Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 22 July at
    Departure city: Vancouver
    Departure location: Amtrak Station
    Arrival time: 23 July at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Train Vancouver, US to San Luis Obispo: Trip Overview

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Average ticket priceUS$279
Average train trip duration1d 2h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure13:15
Distance722 miles

Vancouver to San Luis Obispo Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Vancouver, US - San Luis Obispo

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Vancouver to San Luis Obispo cost?

    The average train ticket price from Vancouver to San Luis Obispo is US$279. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Vancouver to San Luis Obispo is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Vancouver to San Luis Obispo?

    A train trip between Vancouver and San Luis Obispo is around 1d 2h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 2h. This is the time it takes to travel the 725 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Vancouver and San Luis Obispo?

    The number of trains from Vancouver to San Luis Obispo can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Vancouver to San Luis Obispo by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from Vancouver to San Luis Obispo?

    When taking the train from Vancouver to San Luis Obispo, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
19/07
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20/07
US$236
Today
US$236
22/07
US$236
23/07
US$236
24/07
US$210
25/07
US$210
26/07
US$632
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Vancouver to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on 24 Jul 2025 with a price of US$210

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

You can expect to pay from US$210 to US$1,472 for a train ticket from Vancouver to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$210, which is on 2025-07-24.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Vancouver and San Luis Obispo is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in San Luis Obispo.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to San Luis Obispo you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Vancouver and San Luis Obispo compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Vancouver to San Luis Obispo.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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