The cheapest and fastest trains from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
6 h 28 m
Average duration
6 h 49 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
298 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £39.
Of the 11 trains that leave San Luis Obispo, CA for Anaheim, 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 298 km distance in an average of 6 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 8 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.
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Compare train, coach 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 coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 9m. 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 £25, and a flight costs an average of £202.
Distance: 298 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£42 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £227 Average Price |
7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 9m Average total duration Fastest 5h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 23:20 San Luis Obispo, CA | 6h28 | 05:48 Anaheim, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA
Distance 298 km |
Average train duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 28m |
First train 03:45 |
Last train 18:13 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Luis Obispo, CA and Anaheim, CA from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: San Luis Obispo, CA to Anaheim, CA train

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Important Stations and Airports in San Luis Obispo, CA and Anaheim, CA
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Katella Avenue.
- JT Schmid's Restaurant & Brewery
- The Catch
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- $0.50
- Ayres Hotel Anaheim
- TownePlace Suites by Marriott Anaheim Maingate Near Angel Stadium
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Anaheim Orange
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, ticketing, and waiting area
- Hall 2: Platforms for Amtrak and Metrolink services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available on-site
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