How to travel from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA

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Compare train, bus, and flight for San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $52 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $52, while a bus costs an average of $76.

Distance: 185 miles (298 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA is a train with an average price of $52.

This is compared to other travel options from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA:

A train is $25 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA costing on average $76.

A train is $270 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA costing on average $322.

The fastest way to travel from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 48m.

Other travel options to Anaheim, CA take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 4m.

Bus takes on average 8h 22m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between San Luis Obispo, CA and Anaheim, CA including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $52 compared to roughly $44 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-7.79. The journey takes 6h 34m versus 4h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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How to get from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • United
    1:05 PM4h17
    San Luis Obispo, CA
    5:22 PMAnaheim, CA
    $2111One-way
    0 transfers

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  • United
    1:05 PM4h17
    San Luis Obispo, CA
    5:22 PMAnaheim, CA
    $2111One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • United
    1:05 PM4h17
    San Luis Obispo, CA
    5:22 PMAnaheim, CA
    $2111One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA

Travel to Anaheim, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA.

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There are 3 options to travel between San Luis Obispo, CA and Anaheim, CA including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA is a train with an average price of $52.

This is compared to other travel options from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA:

A train is $25 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA costing on average $76.

A train is $270 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA costing on average $322.

The fastest way to travel from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 48m.

Other travel options to Anaheim, CA take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 4m.

Bus takes on average 8h 22m.

The distance from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA is approximately 185 miles (298 km).
The average frequency per day from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA is:
  • Around 68 flights per day.
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between San Luis Obispo, CA and Anaheim, CA as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA:
  • Flights mostly depart from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport and arrive in San Diego International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA and arrive in Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center, Anaheim, CA.
  • Buses mostly depart from San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara Ave / High St (San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum), CA and arrive in Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Anaheim, CA by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Anaheim, CA by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA:
  • 2 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA often also extend their vacation to go to San Diego, CA, Los Angeles, CA, Paris, Las Vegas, NV, West Carson, CA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Anaheim, CA and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Anaheim, CA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
A typical visit to Anaheim, CA, often ranges from three to four days, allowing enough time to explore Disneyland Resort, visit nearby attractions, and enjoy local dining and shopping experiences.
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