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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | AMTRAK Station | Diridon Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | AMTRAK Station | Diridon Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Luis Obispo to San Jose
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Jose. The journey takes about 4 hours and with fares starting at just £29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in San Luis Obispo and San Jose, US?
Train Companies
Based on 5617 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £30
Amtrak San Luis Obispo San Jose recent customer reviews
It arrived one hour late.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Luis Obispo to San Jose, US by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from San Luis Obispo to San Jose?
The cheapest train tickets from San Luis Obispo to San Jose start from £30. The average price for this train route is around £45. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Luis Obispo to San Jose?
The average train journey time from San Luis Obispo to San Jose is 4h 41m, covering a distance of 158 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 41m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Luis Obispo to San Jose route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Luis Obispo to San Jose?
The earliest train from San Luis Obispo to San Jose departs at 15:05. And the latest train departs at 15:05.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to San Jose, US was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £49To 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, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £49 to £179 for a train ticket from San Luis Obispo to San Jose, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £49, which is on 2025-12-03.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Luis Obispo to San Jose, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Luis Obispo and San Jose, 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 £45 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £30. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Jose, US, choose the train, as it will take you from San Luis Obispo to San Jose, US in about 4h – that's the fastest way to get there!
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