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Compare bus, train, and flight for Martinez, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Martinez, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €336.
Distance: 205 miles (331 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€95 Average price | €336 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest |
8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Martinez, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA:
A bus is €64 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Martinez, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA costing on average €95.
A bus is €305 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Martinez, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA costing on average €336.
Other travel options to San Luis Obispo, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 7m.
Train takes on average 7h 30m.
Compare prices and tickets Martinez, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Martinez, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA
Trains from Martinez, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA run on average 14 times per day, taking around 7h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €95 but you can travel from only €31 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 20:56. The fastest train covers the 205 miles (331 km) distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 205 miles (331 km) |
Average train duration 7h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €95 |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 30m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 8:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Martinez, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Martinez, CA and San Luis Obispo, CA from €31. 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 Martinez, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Martinez, CA to 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, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Martinez, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA
Most Martinez, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA trains use the Martinez Station to San Luis Obispo Station station pair, with some services arriving at San Luis Obispo, Cal Poly Ticket Office. Use this guide to compare Martinez, CA and San Luis Obispo, CA train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Martinez, CA station do trains to San Luis Obispo, CA leave from?
Getting to Martinez Station from Martinez city centre
Martinez Station train station facilities and services
Martinez Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Barrelista Coffee House, Lemongrass Bistro
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Martinez Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Martinez Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Martinez Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Martinez Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Martinez Station: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Quality Inn, Best Western John Muir Inn, Muir Lodge Motel.
Which San Luis Obispo, CA station do trains from Martinez, CA arrive at?
Getting to San Luis Obispo Station from San Luis Obispo city centre
San Luis Obispo Station train station facilities and services
San Luis Obispo Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Novo Restaurant & Lounge, Firestone Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at San Luis Obispo Station. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at San Luis Obispo Station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at San Luis Obispo Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at San Luis Obispo Station: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at San Luis Obispo Station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Apple Farm Inn, Hotel San Luis Obispo, Granada Hotel & Bistro.
Getting to San Luis Obispo, Cal Poly Ticket Office from San Luis Obispo city centre
San Luis Obispo, Cal Poly Ticket Office is 1 km from San Luis Obispo city centre. Public transport options include:
San Luis Obispo, Cal Poly Ticket Office train station facilities and services
San Luis Obispo, Cal Poly Ticket Office has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi is available at the station. ATMs are available at San Luis Obispo, Cal Poly Ticket Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at San Luis Obispo, Cal Poly Ticket Office.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at San Luis Obispo, Cal Poly Ticket Office: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at San Luis Obispo, Cal Poly Ticket Office: Station is accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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