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San Diego to San Luis Obispo trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between San Diego and San Luis Obispo takes 8h 43m and the fastest train takes 8h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from San Diego to San Luis Obispo. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 43m
Duration
348 mi
Distance
$130
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

San Diego to San Luis Obispo train times

Trains run twice daily between San Diego and San Luis Obispo. The earliest departure is at 6:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from San Diego is at 12:01 PM which arrives into San Luis Obispo at 8:52 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 8h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 348.2 mi
  • Duration: 8h 43m

What companies run services between San Diego, CA, USA and San Luis Obispo, CA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from San Diego to San Luis Obispo twice daily. Tickets cost $110–230 and the journey takes 8h 36m.

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