How much does a cheap train ticket from Salinas to San Luis Obispo cost?

The average train ticket price from Salinas to San Luis Obispo is R 935. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Salinas 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!

How long is the train trip from Salinas to San Luis Obispo?

A train trip between Salinas and San Luis Obispo is around 3h 18m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 18m. This is the time it takes to travel the 186 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Salinas and San Luis Obispo?

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

Which train companies travel from Salinas to San Luis Obispo?

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

Train Salinas to San Luis Obispo from R 512 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Salinas to San Luis Obispo on 10 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		12:06	Amtrak	3h 18m	15:24	AMTRAK Station	CheapestFastest
		12:06	Amtrak	3h 18m	15:24	AMTRAK Station	No tags

Next departures from Salinas to San Luis Obispo on 11 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		12:06	Amtrak	3h 18m	15:24	AMTRAK Station	CheapestFastest
		12:06	Amtrak	3h 18m	15:24	AMTRAK Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 4:41 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Salinas to San Luis Obispo

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Luis Obispo. The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 498, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

2h 35mAverage duration

181 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 498 - R 1 345	Average duration2h 35m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 552 - R 4 388	Average duration3h 18m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 574 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5574 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 R 552

Amtrak Salinas San Luis Obispo recent customer reviews

Friendly and professional service. To be completely honest, I enjoyed the trip more than I thought I would!

Gerald L.

14 July 2025

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Salinas, US and San Luis Obispo?

Stops in Salinas, US

A - Amtrak

Stops in San Luis Obispo

A - AMTRAK Station

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

How much does a cheap train ticket from Salinas to San Luis Obispo cost?
The average train ticket price from Salinas to San Luis Obispo is R 935. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Salinas 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!
How long is the train trip from Salinas to San Luis Obispo?
A train trip between Salinas and San Luis Obispo is around 3h 18m, although the fastest train will take about 3h 18m. This is the time it takes to travel the 186 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Salinas and San Luis Obispo?
The number of trains from Salinas 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 Salinas to San Luis Obispo by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Salinas to San Luis Obispo?
When taking the train from Salinas 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

08/11

R 1 024

09/11

R 1 148

Today

R 883

11/11

R 883

12/11

R 812

13/11

No data

14/11

R 512

15/11

R 636

The cheapest trip from Salinas, US to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on 14 Nov 2025 with a price of R 512

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

You can expect to pay from R 512 to R 2 772 for a train ticket from Salinas, US to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 512, which is on 2025-11-14.

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