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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$86
Fastest journey
6 h 36 m
Average duration
6 h 55 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
338 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, 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 San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA will cost around $86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 7 trains that leave San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA for San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA on Tue, Jan 13, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 13 the direct trains cover the 338 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 36 m .
On Tue, Jan 13 the slowest trains will take 7 h 18 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €50, and a flight costs an average of €229.
Distance: 210 miles (338 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€51 Average price | €50 Average price Cheapest | €230 Average price |
7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA trains for today, Monday, January 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 761 Pacific Surfliner | 1:34 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 7h05 | 8:39 PM San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight | 3:34 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 7h18 | 10:52 PM San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 765 Pacific Surfliner · 4765 AMTRAK | 3:34 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 6h36 | 10:10 PM San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 765 Pacific Surfliner · 14 Coast Starlight | 3:34 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 7h18 | 10:52 PM San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 769 Pacific Surfliner · 4769 AMTRAK | 5:34 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 6h46 | 12:20 AM San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 779 Pacific Surfliner | 10:34 PM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 7h23 | 5:57 AM San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, January 13 | |||||
| 785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK | 1:37 AM San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA | 6h48 | 8:25 AM San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA
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Trains from San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $57 (€45) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:34, the last at 21:34. The fastest train covers the 210 miles (338 km) distance in 6h 41m.
Distance 210 miles (338 km) |
Average train duration 7h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€45) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 41m |
First train 12:34 |
Last train 21:34 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA and San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA from $57 (€45). 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 San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, 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 San Juan Capistrano Station, San Juan Capistrano, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA
Lockers
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station, with both short-term and long-term options.
- Cedar Creek Inn
- El Adobe de Capistrano
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Best Western Capistrano Inn
- Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano, Autograph Collection
- Residence Inn by Marriott Dana Point San Juan Capistrano
- Located in the main waiting area
- Located in the main waiting area
- Free
- The station consists of a single platform serving both Amtrak and Metrolink trains.
- Metrolink: Orange County Line
- Amtrak: Pacific Surfliner
- Bus: OCTA routes available
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
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