Train from Palm Springs to San Luis Obispo: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Palm Springs to San Luis Obispo on 15 December
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Palm Springs 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 11 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 786, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
11h 5mAverage duration
410 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 786 - R 2 447Average duration11h 5m
10kg CO₂e
Average priceR 1 126 - R 2 658Average duration12h 50m
37kg CO₂e

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

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Palm Springs to San Luis Obispo?

    The cheapest train tickets from Palm Springs to San Luis Obispo start from R 1 126. The average price for this train route is around R 2 035. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Palm Springs to San Luis Obispo is 12h 50m, covering a distance of 406 km. The quickest train can get you there in 12h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Palm Springs to San Luis Obispo departs at 02:02. And the latest train departs at 02:02.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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R 1 808
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R 1 894
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R 2 083
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Palm Springs to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 808

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 808 to R 8 005 for a train ticket from Palm Springs to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 894, which is on 2025-12-17.

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