CA → CA · about 250 miles

Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo train schedule

Amtrak runs 14 direct trains a week from Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo. The fastest takes 7 hours 57 minutes; the first train leaves at 6:40 AM and the last at 12:40 PM.

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Trains a week
14
Fastest trip
7h 57m
First train
6:40 AM
Last train
12:40 PM

Timetable

Every train leaves from Solana Beach Amtrak Station and arrives at San Luis Obispo. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.

Direct trains from Solana Beach, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA
DepartsArrivesDurationDaysRail company
6:40 AM2:37 PM7h 57mDailyAmtrak
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12:40 PM8:52 PM8h 12mDailyAmtrak
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Where to board in Solana Beach Where you get off in San Luis Obispo The route of the busiest trip

Where to catch the train in Solana Beach

Where the train stops in San Luis Obispo

Return trip: San Luis Obispo to Solana Beach

Questions

How long is the train from Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo?

The fastest direct train takes 7 hours 57 minutes.

What time is the first train from Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo?

The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM (Daily) and the last at 12:40 PM (Daily).

Which rail companies go from Solana Beach to San Luis Obispo?

Amtrak runs direct trains on this route.

Where do I catch the train in Solana Beach?

Trains to San Luis Obispo leave from Solana Beach Amtrak Station.