Berkeley, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA train with Amtrak

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Berkeley, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA

Showing times and prices for Jun 16

Cheapest price

$127

Average price

$127

Fastest journey

6 h 45 m

Average duration

6 h 45 m

Trains per day

Distance

322 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berkeley, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Berkeley, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA will cost around $127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $127.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Berkeley, CA for San Luis Obispo, CA on Mon, Jun 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 322 km distance in an average of 6 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .

On Mon, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 6 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

08:39AM6h45

Berkeley, CA

03:24PMSan Luis Obispo, CA

$1271One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Berkeley, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA

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Trains from Berkeley, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $127 (€103) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

199 miles (321 km)

Average train duration

6h 45m

Cheapest ticket price

$127 (€103)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

6h 45m

First train

08:39

Last train

08:39

Price information

Train companies: Amtrak from Berkeley, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA trains

You can travel by train between Berkeley, CA and San Luis Obispo, CA with Amtrak for as low as $34 (€28). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains to San Luis Obispo, CA from Berkeley, CA, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.

Amtrak from Berkeley, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA train information:

Average Duration: 6 h 44 min
Cheapest Price: $34
Amtrak frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Trains from Berkeley, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA

FAQs: Travel by train from Berkeley, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Berkeley, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA.

Cheap train tickets from Berkeley, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA can start from as little as $47 (€38) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Berkeley, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA is $51 (€41); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Berkeley, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA is 6 h 45 min to travel the 199 mile (321 km) long journey, with around there are 10 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Berkeley, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA leaves at 12: 30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Berkeley, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA leaves at 9: 31 PM.

There are 10 trains a day from Berkeley, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA which require at least one change with Amtrak. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

For the journey from Berkeley, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA you can take a train with Amtrak. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services to San Luis Obispo, CA from Berkeley, CA on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 31 PM.

The cheapest month for a train from Berkeley, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA is September.

You have options as you can travel between Berkeley, CA and San Luis Obispo, CA 2 different ways: bus or train.