CA → CA · about 112 miles
San Luis Obispo to Salinas bus & train schedule
American Star Tours and Amtrak run 13 direct buses and trains a week from San Luis Obispo to Salinas. The fastest takes 2 hours 55 minutes; the first departure leaves at 1:05 PM and the last at 3:05 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Buses and trains a week
- 13
- Fastest trip
- 2h 55m
- First departure
- 1:05 PM
- Last departure
- 3:05 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:05 PM | 4:00 PM | 2h 55m | Mon–Fri | San Luis Obispo (Amtrak) to Salinas | American Star Tours Full timetable |
| 1:15 PM | 4:10 PM | 2h 55m | Sat & Sun | San Luis Obispo (Amtrak) to Salinas | American Star Tours Full timetable |
| 3:05 PM | 6:10 PM | 3h 05m | Daily | San Luis Obispo to Salinas | Amtrak Full timetable |
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Where to board in San Luis Obispo Where you get off in Salinas The route of the busiest trip
Where to board in San Luis Obispo
Where buses and trains stop in Salinas
- Salinas bus stop Map of Salinas bus stop (Google Maps)
Return trip: Salinas to San Luis Obispo
Questions
How long is the bus or train from San Luis Obispo to Salinas?
The fastest direct bus or train takes 2 hours 55 minutes; the typical trip is 2 hours 55 minutes.
What time is the first departure from San Luis Obispo to Salinas?
The earliest departure is at 1:05 PM (Mon–Fri) and the last at 3:05 PM (Daily).
Which bus and rail companies go from San Luis Obispo to Salinas?
American Star Tours and Amtrak run direct buses and trains on this route.
Where do I board in San Luis Obispo?
Buses and trains to Salinas leave from San Luis Obispo (Amtrak).