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Avg. duration6h
Distance404 km
Avg. price$ 52
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Trains from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

🚂 Traveling from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco by train involves a journey with transfers, taking approximately 6 hours and 37 minutes.

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  • There is no direct train service from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco. However, you can travel by taking Amtrak from San Luis Obispo station to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound, and then transferring to Caltrain which will take you to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound. The journey, with transfers, typically takes around 6 hours and 37 minutes. Both Amtrak and Caltrain operate services for this route.
  • The fastest train route between San Luis Obispo and San Francisco involves taking Amtrak from San Luis Obispo to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound, and then transferring to Caltrain to reach San Francisco Caltrain Northbound. This journey typically takes approximately 6 hours and 37 minutes, including transfers. While there is no direct train service, utilizing these connections provides the quickest way to travel between the two cities via train.
  • Trains heading to San Francisco from San Luis Obispo depart from the San Luis Obispo station. This station serves as the starting point for the Amtrak train services headed towards San Francisco. Passengers can board trains at the San Luis Obispo station to begin their journey to San Francisco via Amtrak services.
  • There are several trains you would need to take to travel from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco. You would first board an Amtrak train at San Luis Obispo station that will take you to San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound. From there, you would transfer to a Caltrain service that will continue your journey to San Francisco Caltrain Northbound. The entire trip, including transfers, typically takes around 6 hours and 37 minutes.
  • The train service from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco, operated by Caltrain, arrives at San Francisco Caltrain Northbound station. This station is located in downtown San Francisco, making it a convenient endpoint for travelers heading to various parts of the city. Upon arrival at San Francisco Caltrain Northbound station, passengers can easily access local transportation options to reach their final destination within San Francisco.
  • The first train service of the day from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco, operated by Amtrak, typically departs from San Luis Obispo station in the morning. The last train service for this route, operated by Caltrain, usually arrives at San Francisco Caltrain Northbound station in the evening. Travelers should check the specific schedules with the respective train operators to plan their journey accordingly.
  • There are no direct train trips available each day between San Luis Obispo and San Francisco. Travelers will need to take a combination of Amtrak and Caltrain services with a transfer at San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound station to reach their destination. The journey usually takes approximately 6 hours and 37 minutes, including the transfer time. It's recommended to check the schedules of both Amtrak and Caltrain for the most up-to-date information on train trips for this route.
  • There is no direct train service available between San Luis Obispo and San Francisco. Travelers will need to take a connecting service from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco via San Jose Diridon Caltrain Northbound station. This journey typically takes around 6 hours and 37 minutes, factoring in the transfer time between trains. It's advisable to plan for the transfer and check the schedules of both Amtrak and Caltrain for a smooth travel experience.

Will you be returning to San Luis Obispo by train?

If you are looking for the return train journey, check out trains from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo

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