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

The cheapest train tickets from San Luis Obispo to San Jose start from $38. The average price for this train route is around $66. 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 Luis Obispo to San Jose?

The average train ride duration from San Luis Obispo to San Jose is 4h 41m, covering a distance of 158 miles (255 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 41m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the San Luis Obispo to San Jose 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 Luis Obispo to San Jose?

The earliest train departs from San Luis Obispo to San Jose at 3:05pm. And the latest train departs at 3:05pm.

Train San Luis Obispo to San Jose from $39 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to San Jose on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:05pm	AMTRAK Station	4h 41m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to San Jose on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:05pm	AMTRAK Station	4h 41m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to San Jose on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:05pm	AMTRAK Station	4h 41m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:05pm	AMTRAK Station	4h 41m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to San Jose on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:05pm	AMTRAK Station	4h 41m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:05pm	AMTRAK Station	4h 41m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to San Jose on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:05pm	AMTRAK Station	4h 41m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:05pm	AMTRAK Station	4h 41m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to San Jose on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:05pm	AMTRAK Station	4h 41m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:05pm	AMTRAK Station	4h 41m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to San Jose on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:05pm	AMTRAK Station	4h 41m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:05pm	AMTRAK Station	4h 41m	7:46pm	Diridon Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:14 AM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Luis Obispo to San Jose

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

4hAverage Duration

157 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $135	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$38 - $82	Average Duration4h 41m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in San Luis Obispo and San Jose, US?

San Luis Obispo

A
AMTRAK Station
1730 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA
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San Jose, US

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,637 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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 Luis Obispo San Jose recent customer reviews

It arrived one hour late.

Gurdiya N.

November 9, 2024

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Luis Obispo to San Jose, US 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 Luis Obispo to San Jose?
The cheapest train tickets from San Luis Obispo to San Jose start from $38. The average price for this train route is around $66. 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 Luis Obispo to San Jose?
The average train ride duration from San Luis Obispo to San Jose is 4h 41m, covering a distance of 158 miles (255 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 41m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Luis Obispo to San Jose 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 Luis Obispo to San Jose?
The earliest train departs from San Luis Obispo to San Jose at 3:05pm. And the latest train departs at 3:05pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$62

12/10

$78

Today

$182

12/12

$291

12/13

$289

12/14

$62

12/15

$62

12/16

$62

The cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to San Jose, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $62

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

You can expect to pay from $62 to $291 for a train ticket from San Luis Obispo to San Jose, US 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.