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

The average train ticket price from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles is $58. The best way to find train tickets from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles 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 Luis Obispo to Los Angeles?

A train trip between San Luis Obispo and Los Angeles is around 5h 32m, although the fastest train will take about 5h 32m. This is the time it takes to travel the 158 miles that separates the two cities.

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

The number of trains from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Los Angeles?

Once in Los Angeles, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Downtown Art Walk, Disneyland, Getty Center, Venice Beach, Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA).

Train San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles from $37 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles on November 21
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
4:20pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	9:52pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
3:37pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
3:37pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
4:20pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	9:52pm	Union Station	No tags
3:37pm	AMTRAK Station	8h 43m	12:20am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles on November 22
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:11am	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
6:11am	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43am	Union Station	No tags
3:37pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
3:37pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
4:20pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	9:52pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles on November 23
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:11am	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
6:11am	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43am	Union Station	No tags
3:37pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
3:37pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
4:20pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	9:52pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles on November 24
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:11am	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
6:11am	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43am	Union Station	No tags
3:37pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
3:37pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
4:20pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	9:52pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles on November 25
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:11am	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
3:37pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
3:37pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
4:20pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	9:52pm	Union Station	No tags
4:20pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	9:52pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles on November 26
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:11am	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
6:11am	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43am	Union Station	No tags
3:37pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
3:37pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
4:20pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	9:52pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles on November 27
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:11am	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
6:11am	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43am	Union Station	No tags
3:37pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
3:37pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
4:20pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	9:52pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles on November 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
6:11am	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
6:11am	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43am	Union Station	No tags
3:37pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
3:37pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	9:11pm	Union Station	No tags
4:20pm	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	9:52pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:57 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 4 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

4h 55mAverage Duration

151 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$34 - $101	Average Duration4h 55m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$40 - $93	Average Duration5h 32m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

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

San Luis Obispo

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

A
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
B
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,597 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5597 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 $40

Amtrak San Luis Obispo Los Angeles recent customer reviews

Overall, everything worked. I ordered a bus ticket, the bus was on time, I got where I had to be. BUT...the bus was old, the seats were dirty and very uncomfortable and the ride was very rough. It felt like the bus had no shock absorbers of any kind. By now, I would have thought bus suspension technology existed to make for a comfortable bus ride. Maybe it does exist, but Amtrak won't upgrade their bus fleet.

David D.

April 14, 2025

The bus was delayed

Aryan B.

October 15, 2022

great experience

James K.

September 15, 2022

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 Los Angeles, US by train

How much does a train ticket from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles cost?
How long is the train trip from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles?
How many daily trains are there between San Luis Obispo and Los Angeles?
Which train companies travel from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles?
What are the best sights and things to do in Los Angeles?

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/19

$54

11/20

$54

Today

$54

11/22

$54

11/23

$54

11/24

$54

11/25

$54

11/26

$54

The cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $54

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 Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $54 to $293 for a train ticket from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $54 which is on 2025-11-22.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4h 55m	Avg Price$70	Daily Departures6
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h 32m	Avg Price$58	Daily Departures3

The best way to travel between San Luis Obispo and Los Angeles, US 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 $40. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Los Angeles, US, choose the train, as it will take you from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, US in about 4h 55m - that's the fastest way to get there!