The cheapest and fastest trains from Irvine, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA
Cheapest price
£84
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
6 h 32 m
Average duration
7 h 6 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Irvine, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Irvine, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £84.
To travel from Irvine, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA you need to make at least one change.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Irvine, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Irvine, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 316 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£41 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 5m Average total duration Fastest 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 32m Average total duration 7h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Irvine, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Irvine, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA trains for today, Wednesday 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:20 Irvine, CA | 7h26 | 20:46 San Luis Obispo, CA | 1 change | |
| Thursday 13 November | |||||
![]() | 05:20 Irvine, CA | 7h19 | 12:39 San Luis Obispo, CA | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:20 Irvine, CA | 6h32 | 14:52 San Luis Obispo, CA | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Irvine, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA
Trains from Irvine, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 17:52. The fastest train covers the 316 km distance in 7h 8m.
Distance 316 km |
Average train duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 7h 8m |
First train 03:45 |
Last train 17:52 |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Irvine, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Irvine, CA and San Luis Obispo, CA from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Irvine, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Irvine, CA to 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, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Irvine, CA and San Luis Obispo, CA
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 7 days a week with multiple lots around the station.
- Del Frisco's Grille
- The Cheesecake Factory
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Marriott Irvine Spectrum
- Courtyard by Marriott Irvine Spectrum
- DoubleTree by Hilton Irvine Spectrum
- Located in the main hall
- 54 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Metrolink and Amtrak
- Bus: Several lines available
- Shuttle: Local shuttle services
- 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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