The cheapest and fastest trains from Oceanside, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA
Cheapest price
£92
Average price
£106
Fastest journey
7 h 42 m
Average duration
7 h 49 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
380 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oceanside, 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 Oceanside, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £92.
Of the 3 trains that leave Oceanside, CA for San Luis Obispo, CA every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 380 km distance in an average of 7 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 55 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, coach and flight for Oceanside, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oceanside, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 13m. 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 £29, and a flight costs an average of £200.
Distance: 380 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £211 Average Price |
8h 3m Average total duration 7h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration 7h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 13m Average total duration Fastest 5h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Oceanside, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Oceanside, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 06:57 Oceanside, CA | 7h55 | 14:52 San Luis Obispo, CA | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:57 Oceanside, CA | 7h49 | 20:46 San Luis Obispo, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 21 December | |||||
![]() | 04:57 Oceanside, CA | 7h42 | 12:39 San Luis Obispo, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oceanside, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA
Trains from Oceanside, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 16:57. The fastest train covers the 380 km distance in 7h 42m.
Distance 380 km |
Average train duration 7h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 7h 42m |
First train 03:45 |
Last train 16:57 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Oceanside, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Oceanside, CA and San Luis Obispo, CA from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oceanside, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oceanside, 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 Oceanside, CA and San Luis Obispo, CA
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Day-use parking is available on the West side of the train tracks, 200-600 South Myers St., Lot 27
- Both locations are enforced by the City of Oceanside Parking.
- Harbor Fish & Chips
- 333 Pacific
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $0.50
- SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Oceanside/Downtown
- Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort
- Best Western Plus Oceanside Palms
- Located in the main hall
- 26 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for Amtrak, Metrolink, and Coaster trains
- Hall 2: bus connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metrolink
- Amtrak
- Coaster
- 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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