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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA
Cheapest price
$125
Average price
$146
Fastest journey
7 h 59 m
Average duration
8 h 6 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
402 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, 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 Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA will cost around $146 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
Of the 3 trains that leave Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA for San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA on Mon, Dec 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 402 km distance in an average of 8 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 59 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 8 h 12 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 Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, 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 €39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, and a flight costs an average of €86.
Distance: 249 miles (402 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€55 Average price | €157 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest |
8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration Fastest 4h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 769 Pacific Surfliner · 4769 AMTRAK | 4:40 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 7h40 | 12:20 AM San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 779 Pacific Surfliner | 9:42 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 8h15 | 5:57 AM San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 22 | |||||
| 785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK | 12:40 AM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 7h45 | 8:25 AM San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 4:40 AM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 7h59 | 12:39 PM San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:40 AM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 8h12 | 2:52 PM San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 12:40 PM Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA | 8h06 | 8:46 PM San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA
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Trains from Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $64 (€52) but you can travel from only $48 (€39) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 11:40, the last at 13:40. The fastest train covers the 249 miles (402 km) distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 249 miles (402 km) |
Average train duration 7h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€52) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 7h 30m |
First train 11:40 |
Last train 13:40 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA and San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA from $48 (€39). 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 Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, 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 Solana Beach Station, Solana Beach, CA to San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA
Wifi
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
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with both short-term and long-term options.
- Pizza Port Solana Beach
- The Fish Market
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Del Mar/Solana Beach
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Solana Beach-Del Mar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform 1: northbound trains
- Platform 2: southbound trains
- Bus: North County Transit District (NCTD) Breeze buses
- Train: Amtrak Pacific Surfliner
- COASTER commuter trains
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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