The cheapest and fastest trains from Pismo Beach, CA to San Francisco, CA
Cheapest price
$93
Average price
$93
Fastest journey
9 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
333 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pismo Beach, CA to San Francisco, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pismo Beach, CA to San Francisco, CA will cost around $93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
Of the 1 trains that leave Pismo Beach, CA for San Francisco, CA on Wed, Dec 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 333 km distance in an average of 9 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .
On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 9 h 15 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 bus, train, and flight for Pismo Beach, CA to San Francisco, CA
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Pismo Beach, CA to San Francisco, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €137.
Distance: 206 miles (333 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€61 Average price | €186 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest |
8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 24m Average total duration 8h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 54m Average total duration Fastest 6h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Pismo Beach, CA to San Francisco, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Pismo Beach, CA to San Francisco, CA trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:00 PM Pismo Beach, CA | 9h15 | 1:15 AM San Francisco, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pismo Beach, CA to San Francisco, CA
Trains from Pismo Beach, CA to San Francisco, CA run on average 19 times per day, taking around 7h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€46) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:11, the last at 15:05. The fastest train covers the 206 miles (333 km) distance in 6h 26m.
Distance 206 miles (333 km) |
Average train duration 7h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€46) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 26m |
First train 06:11 |
Last train 15:05 |
FAQs: Trains from Pismo Beach, CA to San Francisco, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pismo Beach, CA to San Francisco, 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 Francisco, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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