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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: May 15 atDeparture city: San Luis ObispoDeparture location: AMTRAK StationArrival time: May 15 atDestination city: San JoseDestination location: Diridon StationOperated by: Amtrak
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from San Luis Obispo to San JoseAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train San Luis Obispo to San Jose: Trip Overview
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Based on 5119 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 $42.00
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San Luis Obispo to San Jose Train
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The cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to San Jose was searched and found on May 18, 2025 with a price of $61To 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, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $61 to $250 for a train ticket from San Luis Obispo to San Jose based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2025-05-18.
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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to San Jose, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
By choosing the train between San Luis Obispo and San Jose, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from San Luis Obispo to San Jose while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.
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.
The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Luis Obispo to San Jose?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Luis Obispo and San Jose is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $57 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $42. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Jose, choose the train, as it will take you from San Luis Obispo to San Jose in about 4h 10m - that's the fastest way to get there!
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