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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Glendale Station | Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex | Cheapest | |||||
| Glendale Station | AMTRAK Station | Fastest | |||||
| Glendale Station | Cal Poly Vista Grande Dining Complex | No tags | |||||
| Glendale Station | AMTRAK Station | No tags |
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Get from Glendale to San Luis Obispo
The journey takes about 5 hours 26 minutes and with fares starting at just $46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5641 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 Glendale, CA to San Luis Obispo 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 Glendale to San Luis Obispo?
The cheapest train tickets from Glendale to San Luis Obispo start from $46. The average price for this train route is around $46. 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 Glendale to San Luis Obispo?
The average train ride duration from Glendale to San Luis Obispo is 5h 26m, covering a distance of 158 miles (254 km). The quickest train can get you there in 4h 44m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Glendale to San Luis Obispo 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 Glendale to San Luis Obispo?
The earliest train departs from Glendale to San Luis Obispo at 7:26am. And the latest train departs at 4:25pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Glendale, CA to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on Dec 11, 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 Glendale, CA to San Luis Obispo, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $43 to $302 for a train ticket from Glendale, CA to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-12-14.
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