5.0
The staff was so kind and the observation car was fantastic!
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There are usually 2 daily bus trips available from Paso Robles to San Luis Obispo.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$20.00 | Avg. Price$30.60 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration0h 34m | Duration1h 27m |
On most days, there is one scheduled train that travels from Paso Robles to San Luis Obispo. The train trip from Paso Robles to San Luis Obispo is usually about one hour and 27 minutes long. However, be prepared just in case your train arrives slightly earlier or later than scheduled.
| Distance | 24 mi (39 km) |
| Fastest train | 1h 27m |
| Lowest price | $29.00 |
| Trains per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Amtrak Coast Starlight |
| Train lines | 1 |

Average score for trains from Paso Robles to San Luis Obispo
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
The staff was so kind and the observation car was fantastic!
In the last 30 days, the average cost of a train ticket from Paso Robles to San Luis Obispo was $30.50. At this price, taking the train is the cheap and easy way to go. You have the best chances of scoring the cheapest ticket to San Luis Obispo if you book your train tickets at least 6 days in advance. Waiting to purchase until the day of your trip could end up costing you an extra $5.50.
Amtrak Coast Starlight is the one and only train line which connects Paso Robles 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 Coast Starlight | 1 | 1h 27m | $34.32 |
The Amtrak Coast Starlight is a service provided by Amtrak that connects Seattle, Portland, San Francisco, and Los Angeles on the US Pacific coast. The full journey winds through the Cascade Mountains, perfectly clipped vineyards, and dense coastal forest, allowing passengers to get a glimpse of the US west coast while enjoying air-conditioned cars, power outlets, complimentary onboard WiFi, and snacks.
Monday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Paso Robles to San Luis Obispo. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Monday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Sunday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
Most days, there is only one train which leaves Paso Robles at 1:00pm and arrives in San Luis Obispo about an hour later.
Typically there is only one scheduled train per day. Luckily, this train will get you to San Luis Obispo with direct service. While there might still be stops along the way, you will not need to switch trains.
You can also take a train for your return trip from San Luis Obispo to Paso Robles.
San Luis is a remarkable city known for accommodating travelers 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 Sunshine 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 bus and train stations in San Luis - 1011 Railroad Ave and Grand Avenue, Building 113. FlixBus and Amtrak Thruway buses both service the town for bus 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.
There is one train station in Paso Robles.
Intermodal Station - 800 Pine St
San Luis Obispo has one train station.
1011 Railroad Ave
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