Trains tickets from San Jose, US to San Luis Obispo

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Today28 Jul
from US$95
Tomorrow29 Jul
from US$82
Wed30 Jul
from US$82
Thu31 Jul
from US$82
Fri1 Aug
Sat2 Aug
Sun3 Aug
Mon4 Aug

Next departures to San Luis Obispo

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: AMTRAK Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 29 July at
    Departure city: San Jose
    Departure location: Diridon Station
    Arrival time: 29 July at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: AMTRAK Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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

Bus
Average priceUS$39 - US$68Average duration3h 55m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$38 - US$387Average duration4h 58m
23kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Jose to San Luis Obispo

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Luis Obispo. The journey takes about 3 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
3h 55mAverage duration
US$39Cheapest ticket
6kgCO₂ emissions

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

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$58
Average train trip duration4h 58m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure10:26
Distance158 miles

San Jose to San Luis Obispo Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Jose, US - San Luis Obispo

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from San Jose to San Luis Obispo cost?

    The average train ticket price from San Jose to San Luis Obispo is US$58. The best way to find cheap train tickets from San Jose 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!

  2. How long is the train trip from San Jose to San Luis Obispo?

    A train trip between San Jose and San Luis Obispo is around 4h 58m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 58m. This is the time it takes to travel the 162 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between San Jose and San Luis Obispo?

    The number of trains from San Jose 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 Jose to San Luis Obispo by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from San Jose to San Luis Obispo?

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

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
26/07
US$78
27/07
US$78
Today
US$90
29/07
US$78
30/07
US$78
31/07
US$78
01/08
No data
02/08
US$44
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Jose, US to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on 2 Aug 2025 with a price of US$44

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

You can expect to pay from US$44 to US$251 for a train ticket from San Jose, US to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$44, which is on 2025-08-02.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between San Jose and San Luis Obispo is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in San Luis Obispo.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to San Luis Obispo you take, 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.

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

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from San Jose to San Luis Obispo.

Did you know?

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.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

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 San Jose, US to San Luis Obispo?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between San Jose, US 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 US$58 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$38. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Luis Obispo, choose the train, as it will take you from San Jose, US to San Luis Obispo in about 3h 55m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from San Luis Obispo to San Jose, US

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