The cheapest and fastest trains from San Luis Obispo, CA to San Jose, CA
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
4 h 41 m
Average duration
7 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Luis Obispo, CA to San Jose, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Luis Obispo, CA to San Jose, CA will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 2 trains that leave San Luis Obispo, CA for San Jose, CA on Fri, Dec 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct trains cover the 254 km distance in an average of 7 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 41 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest trains will take 11 h 16 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, bus, and flight for San Luis Obispo, CA to San Jose, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Luis Obispo, CA to San Jose, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €91.
Distance: 157 miles (254 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€67 Average price | €46 Average price Cheapest | €306 Average price |
5h 31m Average total duration 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 47m Average total duration 4h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Luis Obispo, CA to San Jose, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Luis Obispo, CA to San Jose, CA trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:00 PM San Luis Obispo, CA | 11h16 | 3:16 AM San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:05 PM San Luis Obispo, CA | 4h41 | 2:46 AM San Jose, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Luis Obispo, CA to San Jose, CA
Trains from San Luis Obispo, CA to San Jose, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 15:05. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (254 km) distance in 4h 41m.
Distance 157 miles (254 km) |
Average train duration 5h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€36) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 41m |
First train 00:30 |
Last train 15:05 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Luis Obispo, CA to San Jose, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Luis Obispo, CA and San Jose, CA from $35 (€28). 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 Luis Obispo, CA to San Jose, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Luis Obispo, CA to San Jose, 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 Jose, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from San Luis Obispo, CA to San Jose, CA
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available 7 days a week, with multiple lots surrounding the station.
- The Farmers Union
- Poor House Bistro
- La Victoria Taqueria
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- Hotel De Anza
- The Westin San Jose
- AC Hotel by Marriott San Jose Downtown
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms for Caltrain, Amtrak, and ACE services, and connections to VTA buses and light rail.
- Bus: VTA Bus Lines 22, 64A, 64B, 68, 168, 181
- Light Rail: VTA Green Line
- Caltrain
- Amtrak
- ACE
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