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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salinas 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 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 506, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salinas, US and San Luis Obispo?
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 R 541
Amtrak Salinas San Luis Obispo recent customer reviews
Friendly and professional service. To be completely honest, I enjoyed the trip more than I thought I would!
Gerald L.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salinas, US 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 Salinas to San Luis Obispo?
The cheapest train tickets from Salinas to San Luis Obispo start from R 541. The average price for this train route is around R 918. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Salinas to San Luis Obispo?
The average train journey time from Salinas to San Luis Obispo is 3h 18m, covering a distance of 181 km. The quickest train can get you there in 3h 18m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Salinas 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 Salinas to San Luis Obispo?
The earliest train from Salinas to San Luis Obispo departs at 12:06. And the latest train departs at 12:06.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Salinas, US to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 797To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Salinas, US to San Luis Obispo as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 797 to R 3 828 for a train ticket from Salinas, US to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 005, which is on 2025-12-13.
