The cheapest and fastest trains from Santa Maria, CA to Paso Robles, CA
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$27
Fastest journey
1 h 31 m
Average duration
1 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Maria, CA to Paso Robles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Maria, CA to Paso Robles, CA will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 1 trains that leave Santa Maria, CA for Paso Robles, CA on Fri, Dec 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct trains cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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 and train for Santa Maria, CA to Paso Robles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Maria, CA to Paso Robles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €22.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€22 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Santa Maria, CA to Paso Robles, CA by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Santa Maria, CA to Paso Robles, CA
Trains from Santa Maria, CA to Paso Robles, CA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 18:54, the last at 18:54. The fastest train covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 18:54 |
Last train 18:54 |
FAQs: Trains from Santa Maria, CA to Paso Robles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Maria, CA to Paso Robles, 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 Paso Robles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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