The cheapest and fastest trains from San Luis Obispo, CA to Sacramento, CA
Cheapest price
£90
Average price
£94
Fastest journey
8 h 44 m
Average duration
14 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
374 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from San Luis Obispo, CA to Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, CA will cost around £94 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
Of the 5 trains that leave San Luis Obispo, CA for Sacramento, 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 374 km distance in an average of 14 h 20 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 44 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 h 49 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.
14 Coast Starlight15:058h44San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA23:49Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA£901One-way0 changes
774 Pacific Surfliner · 5919 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 3819 AMTRAK6:1115h39San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA21:50Sacramento, CA£921One-way3 changes
774 Pacific Surfliner · 5919 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 3819 AMTRAK6:1115h49San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA22:00Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA£951One-way3 changes
774 Pacific Surfliner · 5619 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 3819 AMTRAK6:1115h39San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA21:50Sacramento, CA£951One-way3 changes
774 Pacific Surfliner · 5619 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 3819 AMTRAK6:1115h49San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA22:00Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA£971One-way3 changes
14 Coast Starlight15:058h44San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA23:49Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA£901One-way0 changes
774 Pacific Surfliner · 5919 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 3819 AMTRAK6:1115h39San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA21:50Sacramento, CA£921One-way3 changes
774 Pacific Surfliner · 5619 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 3819 AMTRAK6:1115h39San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA21:50Sacramento, CA£951One-way3 changes
774 Pacific Surfliner · 5919 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 3819 AMTRAK6:1115h49San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA22:00Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA£951One-way3 changes
774 Pacific Surfliner · 5619 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 3819 AMTRAK6:1115h49San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA22:00Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA£971One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for San Luis Obispo, CA to Sacramento, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Luis Obispo, CA to Sacramento, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a flight costs an average of £165.
Distance: 374 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£108 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £375 Average Price |
9h 7m Average total duration 8h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 47m Average total duration 7h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 54m Average total duration Fastest 4h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
San Luis Obispo, CA to Sacramento, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for San Luis Obispo, CA to Sacramento, CA trains for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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774 Pacific Surfliner · 5919 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 3819 AMTRAK | 6:11 San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 15h49 | 22:00 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 3 changes | |
774 Pacific Surfliner · 5619 AMTRAK · 719 Gold Runner · 3819 AMTRAK | 6:11 San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 15h49 | 22:00 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 3 changes | |
14 Coast Starlight | 15:05 San Luis Obispo Station, San Luis Obispo, CA | 8h44 | 23:49 Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from San Luis Obispo, CA to Sacramento, CA
Trains from San Luis Obispo, CA to Sacramento, CA run on average 13 times per day, taking around 8h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £53 but you can travel from only £41 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 21:03. The fastest train covers the 374 km distance in 8h 44m.
Distance 374 km |
Average train duration 8h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £53 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 8h 44m |
First train 0:30 |
Last train 21:03 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from San Luis Obispo, CA to Sacramento, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between San Luis Obispo, CA and Sacramento, CA from £41. 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 Sacramento, CA train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Luis Obispo, CA to Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in San Luis Obispo, CA and Sacramento, 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 both short-term and long-term options
- The Firehouse Restaurant
- Ten22
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- $1
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade
- Holiday Inn Sacramento Downtown - Arena
- Kimpton Sawyer Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- 60 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- The station has a main hall with ticketing and waiting areas, platforms are accessible via a concourse.
- Light Rail: Blue Line, Gold Line
- Bus: Several lines available including local and regional buses
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