Train from Oakland to San Luis Obispo: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Oakland to San Luis Obispo on 14 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Coliseum/Airport
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining ComplexCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Coliseum/Airport
AMTRAK StationNo tags
Amtrak
Coliseum/Airport
AMTRAK StationNo tags
Amtrak
Coliseum/Airport
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining ComplexNo tags
Amtrak
Emeryville Station
Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining ComplexNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 16:30 PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Oakland 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 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
5h 10mAverage duration
197 milesDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average price£26 - £107Average duration5h 10m
8kg CO₂e
Train
Average price£36 - £83Average duration6h 15m
29kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland to San Luis Obispo by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Oakland to San Luis Obispo?

    The cheapest train tickets from Oakland to San Luis Obispo start from £36. The average price for this train route is around £36. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Oakland to San Luis Obispo?

    The average train journey time from Oakland to San Luis Obispo is 6h 15m, covering a distance of 199 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 5h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Oakland to San Luis Obispo route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Oakland to San Luis Obispo?

    The earliest train from Oakland to San Luis Obispo departs at 08:39. And the latest train departs at 09:09.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
11/12
£38
12/12
£57
Today
£41
14/12
£57
15/12
£47
16/12
£57
17/12
£57
18/12
£53
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of £38

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

You can expect to pay from £38 to £234 for a train ticket from Oakland to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £47, which is on 2025-12-15.

What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to San Luis Obispo?

busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Oakland 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 £36 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from £36. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to San Luis Obispo, choose the train, as it will take you from Oakland to San Luis Obispo in about 5h 10m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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