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Cheap train tickets from San Luis Obispo to Modesto
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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from San Luis Obispo to Modesto. Travelling by train from San Luis Obispo to Modesto usually takes 10 hours, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 9 hours and 39 minutes.
- Distance
- 164 mi (264 km)
- Fastest train
- 9h 39m
- Lowest price
- £80.05
- Trains per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 1
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San Luis Obispo to Modesto Train Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from San Luis Obispo to Modesto?
There is usually 1 daily coach trip from San Luis Obispo to Modesto.
Train | Coach | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£80.05 | Avg. Price£51.69Cheaper |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration10hFaster | Duration12h 25m |
There are several train options that can take you from San Luis Obispo to Modesto:
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Which train should you take from San Luis Obispo to Modesto?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects San Luis Obispo to Modesto. Furthermore, there is only one train per day, so you will have to plan your travel around this limited availability. On the other hand, you won't have to spend a ton of time comparing a bunch of possible options.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak | 1 | 10h | £80.05 |
Amtrak is the largest passenger railway service in America, offering daily intercity trains to hundreds of destinations across the contiguous United States, as well as several cities in Canada. Every Amtrak train comes equipped with comfortable seats with extra legroom, as well as several four-seat areas with tables in the middle. In addition, each car has a freshly cleaned toilet, free WiFi and power sockets at every seat. There are also snack bars where you can purchase drinks or food during your journey. On average, there is 1 Amtrak train from San Luis Obispo to Modesto every day, as well as 1 trip at the weekends, with prices starting from £80.05.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from San Luis Obispo to Modesto
While the train is the main method of transport from San Luis Obispo to Modesto, it will only take you part of the way there. Please note that part of your trip will be on a different vehicle, most commonly a coach or express shuttle.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. However, it is not a direct train. This means that you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train at some point during your journey. You will need to remember to bring your hand luggage with you when you transfer trains. Depending on the carrier's policy, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage. You can also take a train for your return trip from Modesto to San Luis Obispo. If you're not set on travelling by train, you could always take the coach from San Luis Obispo to Modesto for £45.
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
0
The distance between San Luis Obispo and Modesto is approximately 164 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 10 hours, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 9 hours and 39 minutes. Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a patchy signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and films to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Distance (mi)
164
Distance (km)
264
Most days, there is only one train which leaves San Luis Obispo at 0:30 and arrives in Modesto around 9 hours later.
First train
12:30am
Last train
10:05am
Trains from San Luis Obispo to Modesto are the most crowded on Thursday. Tickets also tend to be more expensive then. If you are looking for a great deal on your train tickets or just want extra room to stretch out, consider travelling on Tuesday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Thursday
Least crowded
Tuesday
City Information
San Luis Obispo
San Luis is a remarkable city known for accommodating travellers with different intents—those looking for nightlife, a laid-back experience, or a healthy mix of both. It is also known for its outstanding farmers' market with some of the best fruits and veggies in all of California. The historic Spanish Mission, art galleries, museums, wine, craft beer tasting room, and great restaurants can provide any type of fun you're looking for in the Golden State.
Want a truly unique experience? Swing by Bubblegum Alley, with walls lined with chewed bubblegum. Leave some yourself to make your mark! Or, for more traditional art, visit the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, with galleries displaying work by contemporary California artists.
SLO has two major coach and train stations in San Luis—1011 Railroad Ave and Grand Avenue, Building 113. FlixBus and Amtrak Thruway coaches both service the town for coach transport, and Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner and Coast Starlight provide train options. There is also a county airport that lets you fly in from wherever you are in the world and is located just two miles from the main city.
Modesto
Modesto is a city in Central Valley, California. The city is known for its large agricultural industry and number of museums. Modesto is home to museums, natural history sites, and planetariums, like the Great Valley Museum and McHenry Museum. It also has different amusement and recreational centres offering playgrounds, rides, go-cart, and more, like Funworks Modesto and Graceada Park. As for nature lovers, Modesto features places for sports, hiking, camping, fishing, and picnics, like Jacob Myers Park and Ceres River Bluff Regional Park. The city is also a fun place for arts with the Graffiti Summer and the Gallo Center for the Arts.
The CA city is ideal for all craft beer and wine lovers, as it has several breweries and wineries to visit. Modesto also has a vibrant nightlife, with different nightclubs, lounges, bars, and restaurants, and is always brimming with pool parties, trance festivals, DJ nights, and more. Downtown Modesto has become a vibrant place for shopping, dining, and parties.
Modesto features several train and coach lines for those in and around the city. The city is easily accessible by Amtrak and Amtrak Gold Runner for trains, while Tufesa Plus offers coach services. The City of Modesto Transit Services powers the city's transport.
Station Information
Where is the train station in San Luis Obispo?
Main departure station: 1011 Railroad Ave
There is one train station in San Luis Obispo.
All train stations in San Luis Obispo:
- 1011 Railroad Ave
Where is the train station in Modesto?
Main arrival station: 1700 Held Dr
Modesto has one train station.
Train stations in Modesto:
- 1700 Held Dr
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