Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | AMTRAK Station | Jack London Square | Cheapest | |||||
| AMTRAK Station | Emeryville Station | Fastest | |||||
| AMTRAK Station | Jack London Square | No tags | |||||
| AMTRAK Station | Jack London Square | No tags | |||||
| AMTRAK Station | Jack London Square | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: 11/22/2025 PST.
Compare 2 ways to go from San Luis Obispo to Oakland
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Oakland. The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in San Luis Obispo and Oakland?
Train Companies
Based on 5614 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $46
Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Luis Obispo to Oakland by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from San Luis Obispo to Oakland?
The cheapest train tickets from San Luis Obispo to Oakland start from $46. The average price for this train route is around $47. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Luis Obispo to Oakland?
The average train ride duration from San Luis Obispo to Oakland is 6h 1m, covering a distance of 199 miles (321 km). The quickest train can get you there in 6h 1m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the San Luis Obispo to Oakland route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from San Luis Obispo to Oakland?
The earliest train departs from San Luis Obispo to Oakland at 3:05pm. And the latest train departs at 3:05pm.
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 Oakland was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $43To 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 Oakland, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $43 to $246 for a train ticket from San Luis Obispo to Oakland based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-12-04.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Luis Obispo to Oakland?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between San Luis Obispo and Oakland is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $47 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $46. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Oakland, choose the train, as it will take you from San Luis Obispo to Oakland in about 5h 5m - that's the fastest way to get there!
Top Traveled Train Routes
People from around the world trust Busbud
Popular train departures from San Luis Obispo
- Find train tickets from San Luis Obispo to San Diego
- San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara train times and fares
- How to travel from San Luis Obispo to Moorpark
- Find train tickets from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles
- San Luis Obispo to Salinas train times and fares
- How to travel from San Luis Obispo to San Jose
- Find train tickets from San Luis Obispo to Sacramento