The cheapest and fastest trains from Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
6 h 16 m
Average duration
6 h 19 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, 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 Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 2 trains that leave Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA for San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA on Fri, Feb 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct trains cover the 295 km distance in an average of 6 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 16 m .
On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest trains will take 6 h 21 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €40, and a flight costs an average of €204.
Distance: 183 miles (295 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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€41 Average price Cheapest | €242 Average price |
6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 43m Average total duration Fastest 5h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA trains for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight | 4:21 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 6h31 | 10:52 PM San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 1 transfer | |
765 Pacific Surfliner | 4:21 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 6h16 | 10:37 PM San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight | 4:21 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 6h31 | 10:52 PM San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 1 transfer | |
769 Pacific Surfliner · 4769 AMTRAK | 6:21 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 5h59 | 12:20 AM San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 1 transfer | |
777 Pacific Surfliner | 10:21 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 6h31 | 4:52 AM San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK | 2:21 AM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 6h04 | 8:25 AM San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:18 PM Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA | 6h21 | 8:39 PM San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA
Trains from Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 6h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 14:18, the last at 16:21. The fastest train covers the 183 miles (295 km) distance in 6h 16m.
Distance 183 miles (295 km) |
Average train duration 6h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 16m |
First train 14:18 |
Last train 16:21 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA and San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA from $50 (€40). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Fullerton Station, Fullerton, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with entrances on Santa Fe Avenue and Pomona Avenue.
- The Old Spaghetti Factory
- Heroes Bar & Grill
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Fullerton Marriott at California State University
- The Hotel Fullerton Anaheim
- Holiday Inn Express Fullerton
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: access to platforms 1 & 2 for Metrolink
- Hall 3: access to platform 3 for Amtrak
- Bus: OCTA routes 26, 43, 47, 143, 543
- Amtrak Thruway Bus Service
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available on-site with both short-term and long-term options.
- Novo Restaurant & Lounge
- Firestone Grill
- Outside the main entrance.
- $1
- Apple Farm Inn
- Hotel San Luis Obispo
- Granada Hotel & Bistro
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a single platform with a waiting area and ticketing services.
- Bus: SLO Transit Route 1A, 1B, 3, 4, 5
- RTA Route 9
