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

The cheapest train tickets from Portland to San Luis Obispo start from R 2 014. The average price for this train route is around R 2 904. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Portland to San Luis Obispo is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1153 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak .

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

The earliest train from Portland to San Luis Obispo departs at 14:22. And the latest train departs at 14:22.

Train Portland to San Luis Obispo from R 1 909 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Portland to San Luis Obispo on 20 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:22	Union Station	1d 4h	18:50	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	Cheapest
14:22	Union Station	1d 1h	15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	Fastest
14:22	Union Station	1d 1h	16:00	AMTRAK Station	No tags
14:22	Union Station	1d 2h	16:30	AMTRAK Station	No tags
14:22	Union Station	1d 1h	16:20	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

Next departures from Portland to San Luis Obispo on 22 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:22	Union Station	1d 1h	16:00	AMTRAK Station	Cheapest
14:22	Union Station	1d 1h	15:40	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	Fastest
14:22	Union Station	1d 2h	16:30	AMTRAK Station	No tags
14:22	Union Station	1d 1h	16:20	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

Next departures from Portland to San Luis Obispo on 24 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
14:22	Union Station	1d 1h	16:00	AMTRAK Station	Cheapest
14:22	Union Station	1d 1h	15:24	AMTRAK Station	Fastest
14:22	Union Station	1d 1h	15:24	AMTRAK Station	No tags
14:22	Union Station	1d 1h	16:00	AMTRAK Station	No tags
14:22	Union Station	1d 2h	16:30	AMTRAK Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 7:00 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Portland to San Luis Obispo

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Luis Obispo. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 375, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 11hAverage duration

1154 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 375 - R 4 352	Average duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 014 - R 12 227	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 105kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 655 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5655 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 R 1 996

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

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Portland to San Luis Obispo?
The cheapest train tickets from Portland to San Luis Obispo start from R 2 014. The average price for this train route is around R 2 904. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Portland to San Luis Obispo?
The average train journey time from Portland to San Luis Obispo is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1153 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Portland 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 Portland to San Luis Obispo?
The earliest train from Portland to San Luis Obispo departs at 14:22. And the latest train departs at 14:22.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

17/12

R 3 576

18/12

R 4 023

Today

R 4 023

20/12

R 8 751

21/12

No data

22/12

R 8 424

23/12

No data

24/12

R 4 023

The cheapest trip from Portland, OR to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 576

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 576 to R 18 223 for a train ticket from Portland, OR to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 023, which is on 2025-12-24.