CA → CA · about 112 miles
Salinas to San Luis Obispo bus & train schedule
American Star Tours and Amtrak run 14 direct buses and trains a week from Salinas to San Luis Obispo. The fastest takes 2 hours 35 minutes; the first departure leaves at 12:06 PM and the last at 7:40 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Buses and trains a week
- 14
- Fastest trip
- 2h 35m
- First departure
- 12:06 PM
- Last departure
- 7:40 PM
Timetable
Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Stops | Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:06 PM | 3:24 PM | 3h 18m | Daily | Salinas to San Luis Obispo | Amtrak Full timetable |
| 7:15 PM | 9:50 PM | 2h 35m | Sat & Sun | Salinas to San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly) | American Star Tours Full timetable |
| 7:40 PM | 10:15 PM | 2h 35m | Mon–Fri | Salinas to San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly) | American Star Tours Full timetable |
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Where to board in Salinas Where you get off in San Luis Obispo The route of the busiest trip
Where to board in Salinas
- Salinas bus stop Map of Salinas bus stop (Google Maps)
Where buses and trains stop in San Luis Obispo
Return trip: San Luis Obispo to Salinas
Questions
How long is the bus or train from Salinas to San Luis Obispo?
The fastest direct bus or train takes 2 hours 35 minutes; the typical trip is 2 hours 35 minutes.
What time is the first departure from Salinas to San Luis Obispo?
The earliest departure is at 12:06 PM (Daily) and the last at 7:40 PM (Mon–Fri).
Which bus and rail companies go from Salinas to San Luis Obispo?
American Star Tours and Amtrak run direct buses and trains on this route.
Where do I board in Salinas?
Buses and trains to San Luis Obispo leave from Salinas bus stop.