The cheapest and fastest trains from San Luis Obispo, CA to Irvine, CA
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
6 h 51 m
Average duration
6 h 51 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
316 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Luis Obispo, CA to Irvine, 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 Irvine, CA will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.
Of the 1 trains that leave San Luis Obispo, CA for Irvine, CA every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 316 km distance in an average of 6 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 51 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 coach and train for San Luis Obispo, CA to Irvine, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Luis Obispo, CA to Irvine, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 5m. 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 train costs an average of £40, and a coach costs an average of £26.
Distance: 316 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£40 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price |
7h 35m Average total duration Fastest 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Luis Obispo, CA to Irvine, CA
Trains from San Luis Obispo, CA to Irvine, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 18:04. The fastest train covers the 316 km distance in 6h 51m.
Distance 316 km |
Average train duration 7h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 51m |
First train 03:45 |
Last train 18:04 |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Luis Obispo, CA to Irvine, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Luis Obispo, CA and Irvine, CA from £26. 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 Irvine, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Luis Obispo, CA to Irvine, 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 Irvine, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in San Luis Obispo, CA and Irvine, 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 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
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