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Cheap train tickets from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo
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Trip Summary
There is one daily train from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo. Travelling by train from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo usually takes 11 hours and 4 minutes, but the fastest Amtrak train can make the trip in 8 hours and 25 minutes.
- Distance
- 246 mi (396 km)
- Fastest train
- 8h 25m
- Lowest price
- £87.68
- Trains per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- Amtrak
- Train lines
- 1
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Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo Train Timetable
There are several train options that can take you from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo:
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Which train should you take from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo?
Amtrak is the one and only train line which connects Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo. 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 | 11h 4m | £87.68 |
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 Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo every day, as well as 1 trip at the weekends, with prices starting from £87.68.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by train from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo
While the train is the main method of transport from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo, 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 San Luis Obispo to Santa Rosa.
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
0
The distance between Santa Rosa and San Luis Obispo is approximately 246 miles. The average train journey between these two cities takes 11 hours and 4 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 8 hours and 25 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)
246
Distance (km)
396
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Santa Rosa at 5:20 and arrives in San Luis Obispo around 8 hours later.
First train
5:20am
Last train
11:00am
Trains from Santa Rosa to San Luis Obispo are the most crowded on Sunday. 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 Thursday instead, as it tends to be the least crowded day of the week.
Busiest
Sunday
Least crowded
Thursday
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.
Station Information
Where is the train station in Santa Rosa?
Main departure station: JC Penney Bus Stop
There is one train station in Santa Rosa.
All train stations in Santa Rosa:
- JC Penney Bus Stop
Where is the train station in San Luis Obispo?
Main arrival station: 1011 Railroad Ave
San Luis Obispo has one train station.
Train stations in San Luis Obispo:
- 1011 Railroad Ave
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