How much is the train ticket from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles?

The cheapest train tickets from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles start from R 684. The average price for this train route is around R 988. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles?

The average train journey time from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles is 5h 32m, covering a distance of 260 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 32m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles?

The earliest train from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles departs at 06:11. And the latest train departs at 16:20.

Train San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles from R 640 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles on 12 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:20	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	21:52	Union Station	CheapestFastest
15:37	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	21:11	Union Station	No tags
15:37	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	21:11	Union Station	No tags
16:20	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	21:52	Union Station	No tags
15:37	AMTRAK Station	8h 43m	00:20	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles on 13 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:11	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43	Union Station	CheapestFastest
06:11	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43	Union Station	No tags
15:37	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	21:11	Union Station	No tags
15:37	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	21:11	Union Station	No tags
16:20	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	21:52	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles on 14 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:11	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43	Union Station	CheapestFastest
06:11	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43	Union Station	No tags
15:37	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	21:11	Union Station	No tags
15:37	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	21:11	Union Station	No tags
16:20	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	21:52	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles on 15 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:11	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43	Union Station	CheapestFastest
06:11	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43	Union Station	No tags
15:37	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	21:11	Union Station	No tags
15:37	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	21:11	Union Station	No tags
16:20	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	21:52	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:11	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43	Union Station	CheapestFastest
06:11	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43	Union Station	No tags
15:37	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	21:11	Union Station	No tags
15:37	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	21:11	Union Station	No tags
16:20	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	21:52	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:11	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43	Union Station	CheapestFastest
06:11	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43	Union Station	No tags
15:37	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	21:11	Union Station	No tags
15:37	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	21:11	Union Station	No tags
16:20	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	21:52	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles on 18 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:11	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43	Union Station	CheapestFastest
06:11	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43	Union Station	No tags
15:37	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	21:11	Union Station	No tags
15:37	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	21:11	Union Station	No tags
16:20	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	21:52	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles on 19 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:11	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43	Union Station	CheapestFastest
06:11	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	11:43	Union Station	No tags
15:37	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	21:11	Union Station	No tags
15:37	AMTRAK Station	5h 34m	21:11	Union Station	No tags
16:20	AMTRAK Station	5h 32m	21:52	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:25 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 4 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 487, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

4h 55mAverage duration

260 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 487 - R 1 792	Average duration4h 55m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 684 - R 1 596	Average duration5h 32m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

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

San Luis Obispo

A
AMTRAK Station
1730 Santa Rosa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA
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Los Angeles, US

A
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
B
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 684

Amtrak San Luis Obispo Los Angeles recent customer reviews

Overall, everything worked. I ordered a bus ticket, the bus was on time, I got where I had to be. BUT...the bus was old, the seats were dirty and very uncomfortable and the ride was very rough. It felt like the bus had no shock absorbers of any kind. By now, I would have thought bus suspension technology existed to make for a comfortable bus ride. Maybe it does exist, but Amtrak won't upgrade their bus fleet.

David D.

14 April 2025

The bus was delayed

Aryan B.

15 October 2022

great experience

James K.

15 September 2022

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, US by train

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

How much is the train ticket from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles?
The cheapest train tickets from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles start from R 684. The average price for this train route is around R 988. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles?
The average train journey time from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles is 5h 32m, covering a distance of 260 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 32m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles?
The earliest train from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles departs at 06:11. And the latest train departs at 16:20.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 934

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R 934

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R 934

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R 934

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R 934

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R 934

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R 934

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R 934

The cheapest trip from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 934

To 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 Los Angeles, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 934 to R 4 737 for a train ticket from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 934, which is on 2025-12-13.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time4h 55m	Avg priceR 1 202	Daily departures6
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time5h 32m	Avg priceR 988	Daily departures3

The best way to travel between San Luis Obispo and Los Angeles, 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 R 988 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 684. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Los Angeles, US, choose the train, as it will take you from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, US in about 4h 55m – that's the fastest way to get there!