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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to San Luis Obispo
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach San Luis Obispo. The journey takes about 2 days, 15 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $232, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Chicago to San Luis Obispo: Trip Overview
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Based on 5563 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 $297
Chicago to San Luis Obispo Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to San Luis Obispo was searched and found on Nov 4, 2025 with a price of $317To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to San Luis Obispo, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $317 to $2,713 for a train ticket from Chicago to San Luis Obispo based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $317 which is on 2025-11-04.
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Train Travel Tips
Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Chicago to San Luis Obispo is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to San Luis Obispo you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Chicago and San Luis Obispo compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
Make a music playlist for your train ride from Chicago to San Luis Obispo, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.
One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!
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