Trains tickets from Portland (OR) to San Luis Obispo

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Next departures to San Luis Obispo

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: AMTRAK Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: AMTRAK Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: AMTRAK Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: AMTRAK Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 4 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 5 at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: AMTRAK Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Portland to San Luis Obispo.

Average Price$154 - $183Average Duration1d 13h
29kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Average Price$115 - $201Average Duration1d 1h
105kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Portland 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 1 day, 13 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $154, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 13hAverage Duration
$154Cheapest ticket
29kgCO₂ emissions

Train Portland to San Luis Obispo: Trip Overview

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Average ticket price$160
Average train trip duration1d 1h
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure2:22pm
Distance715 miles (1153 km)

Portland to San Luis Obispo Train

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

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05/01
$164
05/02
$147
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$147
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portland to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on May 2, 2025 with a price of $147

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

You can expect to pay from $147 to $693 for a train ticket from Portland to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $147 which is on 2025-05-04.

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to San Luis Obispo, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Portland 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.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Portland to San Luis Obispo while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

New York holds the record for the most platforms and track numbers in a single station. Grand Central Station in Manhattan is one of the largest rail terminals in the world with more than 44 platforms and 67 tracks to accommodate passengers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Portland to San Luis Obispo?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Portland 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 $160 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $115. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Luis Obispo, choose the train, as it will take you from Portland to San Luis Obispo in about 1d 1h - that's the fastest way to get there!

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