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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Diridon Station | AMTRAK Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Diridon Station | Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex | No tags | |||||
| Diridon Station | Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex | No tags | |||||
| Diridon Station | AMTRAK Station | No tags | |||||
| Diridon Station | AMTRAK Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose to San Luis Obispo
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Luis Obispo. The journey takes about 3 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in San Jose, US and San Luis Obispo?
Train Companies
Based on 5637 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $38
Amtrak San Jose San Luis Obispo recent customer reviews
On time (arrived in San Luis within 30 seconds of schedule). Comfortable
Nick F.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Jose, US to San Luis Obispo by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from San Jose to San Luis Obispo?
The cheapest train tickets from San Jose to San Luis Obispo start from $38. The average price for this train route is around $58. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Jose to San Luis Obispo?
The average train ride duration from San Jose to San Luis Obispo is 4h 58m, covering a distance of 158 miles (255 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 58m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Jose to San Luis Obispo route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Jose to San Luis Obispo?
The earliest train departs from San Jose to San Luis Obispo at 10:26am. And the latest train departs at 10:26am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $35To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Jose, US to San Luis Obispo, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $35 to $177 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $62 which is on 2025-12-14.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Jose, US to San Luis Obispo?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Jose, US 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 $58 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $38. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Luis Obispo, choose the train, as it will take you from San Jose, US to San Luis Obispo in about 3h 55m - that's the fastest way to get there!
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