Trains tickets from Irvine, US to San Luis Obispo

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Next departures to San Luis Obispo

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Irvine
    Departure location: Irvine Station
    Arrival time: July 28 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: July 28 at
    Departure city: Irvine
    Departure location: Irvine Station
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: AMTRAK Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Irvine
    Departure location: Irvine Station
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Irvine
    Departure location: Irvine Station
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: July 28 at
    Departure city: Irvine
    Departure location: Irvine Station
    Arrival time: July 28 at
    Destination city: San Luis Obispo
    Destination location: Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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

Bus
Average Price$76 - $76Average Duration11h 5m
8kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$51 - $51Average Duration6h 50m
29kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Irvine to San Luis Obispo

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach San Luis Obispo. The journey takes about 6 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day
6h 50mAverage Duration
$51Cheapest ticket
29kgCO₂ emissions

Train Irvine, US to San Luis Obispo: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$51
Average train trip duration6h 50m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure5:49am
Distance201 miles (323 km)
Latest train departure2:49pm

Irvine to San Luis Obispo Train

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

Best price found
07/25
$48
07/26
$48
Today
$48
07/28
$48
07/29
$48
07/30
$48
07/31
$48
08/01
$72
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Irvine, US to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on Jul 25, 2025 with a price of $48

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

You can expect to pay from $48 to $309 for a train ticket from Irvine, US to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-07-28.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Irvine to San Luis Obispo is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to San Luis Obispo, 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.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Irvine and San Luis Obispo, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Irvine to San Luis Obispo.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

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 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 traveling more than 17,000 km.

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

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Irvine, 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 $51 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $51. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Luis Obispo, choose the train, as it will take you from Irvine, US to San Luis Obispo in about 6h 50m - that's the fastest way to get there!

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Train from San Luis Obispo to Irvine, US

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