CA → OR · about 679 miles
San Luis Obispo to Salem train schedule
Amtrak runs 6 direct trains a week from San Luis Obispo to Salem. The fastest takes 22 hours 56 minutes; every train leaves at 3:05 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Trains a week
- 6
- Fastest trip
- 22h 56m
- Leaves at
- 3:05 PM
Timetable
Every train leaves from San Luis Obispo and arrives at Salem. 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 | Rail company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:05 PM | 2:01 PM +1 day | 22h 56m | Daily | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in San Luis Obispo Where you get off in Salem The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the train in San Luis Obispo
Where the train stops in Salem
Return trip: Salem to San Luis Obispo
Questions
How long is the train from San Luis Obispo to Salem?
The fastest direct train takes 22 hours 56 minutes.
What time is the first train from San Luis Obispo to Salem?
Every departure is at 3:05 PM (Daily).
Which rail companies go from San Luis Obispo to Salem?
Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.
Where do I catch the train in San Luis Obispo?
Trains to Salem leave from San Luis Obispo (Amtrak).