How much does a train ticket from San Bernardino to San Luis Obispo cost?

The average train ticket price from San Bernardino to San Luis Obispo is $97. The best way to find train tickets from San Bernardino to San Luis Obispo is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from San Bernardino to San Luis Obispo?

A train trip between San Bernardino and San Luis Obispo is around 9h 1m, although the fastest train will take about 9h 1m. This is the time it takes to travel the 205 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between San Bernardino and San Luis Obispo?

The number of trains from San Bernardino to San Luis Obispo can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from San Bernardino to San Luis Obispo by comparing and selecting the train that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from San Bernardino to San Luis Obispo?

When taking the train from San Bernardino to San Luis Obispo, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train San Bernardino to San Luis Obispo from $79 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Bernardino to San Luis Obispo on October 29
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:51am	San Bernardino Depot	9h 1m	2:52pm	AMTRAK Station	CheapestFastest
5:51am	San Bernardino Depot	9h 1m	2:52pm	AMTRAK Station	No tags
5:51am	San Bernardino Depot	10h 34m	4:25pm	AMTRAK Station	No tags
5:51am	San Bernardino Depot	10h 34m	4:25pm	AMTRAK Station	No tags
5:51am	San Bernardino Depot	10h 24m	4:15pm	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

Next departures for San Bernardino to San Luis Obispo on October 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:51am	San Bernardino Depot	9h 1m	2:52pm	AMTRAK Station	CheapestFastest
5:51am	San Bernardino Depot	9h 1m	2:52pm	AMTRAK Station	No tags
5:51am	San Bernardino Depot	10h 34m	4:25pm	AMTRAK Station	No tags
5:51am	San Bernardino Depot	10h 34m	4:25pm	AMTRAK Station	No tags
5:51am	San Bernardino Depot	10h 24m	4:15pm	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

Next departures for San Bernardino to San Luis Obispo on October 31
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:51am	San Bernardino Depot	9h 1m	2:52pm	AMTRAK Station	CheapestFastest
5:51am	San Bernardino Depot	9h 1m	2:52pm	AMTRAK Station	No tags
5:51am	San Bernardino Depot	10h 34m	4:25pm	AMTRAK Station	No tags
5:51am	San Bernardino Depot	10h 34m	4:25pm	AMTRAK Station	No tags
5:51am	San Bernardino Depot	10h 24m	4:15pm	Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex	No tags

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

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Luis Obispo. The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

7h 45mAverage Duration

207 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$27 - $80	Average Duration7h 45m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$63 - $113	Average Duration9h 1m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e

Train San Bernardino, US to San Luis Obispo: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$97

Average train trip duration9h 1m

Number of daily trains1

Earliest train departure5:51am

Distance206 miles (332 km)

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,551 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5551 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 $63

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

San Bernardino to San Luis Obispo Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/26

No data

10/27

$102

Today

$89

10/29

$95

10/30

$92

10/31

$89

11/01

$79

11/02

$89

The cheapest trip from San Bernardino, US to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on Nov 1, 2025 with a price of $79

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

You can expect to pay from $79 to $408 for a train ticket from San Bernardino, US to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $79 which is on 2025-11-01.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

There are many train stations in the world, check it station pages on Busbud to get all information you need.

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.

By choosing the train between San Bernardino and San Luis Obispo, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from San Bernardino to San Luis Obispo, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

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.

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