Can I leave my car at SLO train station?

Unattended free short and long term parking is available in the station parking lot. Learn more about station features, accessibility, hours, and other important information.

Can you take an Amtrak from San Luis Obispo?

The Amtrak Station in San Luis Obispo offers daily train service by the Coast Starlight and Pacific Surfliner.

Does the Surfliner go to San Luis Obispo?

The Pacific Surfliner travels along a 351-mile route through San Diego, Orange, Los Angeles, Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo counties, with portions of the route hugging the Southern California coastline.

Does San Luis Obispo have a train station?

San Luis Obispo, CA - Amtrak Station (SLO) | Amtrak.

Does San Luis Obispo have public transportation?

The City of San Luis Obispo's Transit Division operates a quality, fixed route service, as well as a seasonal Trolley. Travel conveniently from neighborhoods to major shopping centers, local schools, including Cal Poly, medical offices, and work sites on one of SLO Transit's eight fixed routes.

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Can you get on and off the Surfliner?

You may board and exit the train at stations within the station pairs shown on your pass. For example, a monthly pass holder for Oceanside to Irvine may get off the train or board in San Juan Capistrano.

Why is the Pacific Surfliner closed?

“Funding limitations caused by extended track closures which began in Fall 2022 have made it necessary to make temporary adjustments to the Pacific Surfliner service,” the transit agency wrote in the track closure notice.

What is the difference between Pacific Surfliner and Amtrak?

Amtrak is the contracted operator of the Pacific Surfliner service. The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) provides management and administrative support to the LOSSAN Agency.

Can you walk between train cars on Amtrak?

Watch your step moving from car to car while the train is in motion, as the vestibules can be slippery. Be sure to step over the gap between the train and platform. Leave personal food items and baggage at your seat. Wear shoes at all times and use caution when wearing shoes without rubber soles.

Is the Pacific Surfliner part of Amtrak?

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The Amtrak Pacific Surfliner route meanders along the majestic California coastline from San Luis Obispo through prime destinations such as Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, San Juan Capistrano, and San Diego.

Where does the Pacific Surfliner start and end?

The Pacific Surfliner covers a 351-mile route in Southern California, with service to 29 stations between San Diego and San Luis Obispo. There are 11 round-trips a day between San Diego and Los Angeles, with four round-trips that extend to Santa Barbara and two round-trips that extend to San Luis Obispo.

Where does Pacific Surfliner leave from in LA?

Los Angeles Union Train Station | Pacific Surfliner.

Is Amtrak cheaper than driving?

Depending on the itinerary and season, traveling by train can be more affordable than driving. Between gas prices and rental-car charges, road trips can be expensive ventures.

Is the Surfliner running from LA to San Diego?

There are daily round trips between San Diego and Los Angeles, with some trips extending up to Santa Barbara or San Luis Obispo. Service on the northern end of our route is supplemented with Amtrak Thruway bus service. Use our online booking tool to explore options and fares.

Is the Pacific Surfliner crowded?

Because Unreserved Coach seats are available to boarding passengers on a first-come, first-served basis, trains can occasionally become crowded, especially in the summer and during peak travel periods. On the busiest trains, it may become difficult to find a seat on certain sections of the route.

Is Amtrak running between LA and San Diego?

Amtrak will provide 10 daily round trips between San Diego and Los Angeles, transit officials said, and no bus connection will be needed between Oceanside and Irvine. Also, Metrolink service will return to Oceanside, which is the southernmost point of the Metrolink service area.

Which side do you sit on a Pacific Surfliner?

Simply sit on the west-side of the train to enjoy the ocean views. If you are traveling through Los Angeles, the train switches direction after departing the station. So if you are sitting on the west-side of the train approaching Los Angeles, you will be sitting on the east-side after departing Los Angeles!

Does the Surfliner go to San Diego airport?

The Pacific Surfliner can connect you to the airports in San Diego, Los Angeles and Burbank.

Does the Surfliner stop in Ventura?

The Pacific Surfliner serves stations in San Diego, Orange, Los Angeles, Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo counties.

Why is San Luis Obispo so expensive?

Expensive San Luis Obispo real estate is the biggest factor that makes SLO an expensive place to live. The median price for San Luis Obispo homes for sale is $882,000 according to Redfin. That's up 18.9% year-over-year. Housing is in short supply in this hot market where homes sell after 7 median days on market.

Is San Luis Obispo a walkable city?

Yes, San Luis Obispo is known for being a walkable city, with a pedestrian-friendly downtown area and numerous sidewalks.

How walkable is San Luis Obispo?

San Luis Obispo has an average Walk Score of 56 with 45,119 residents. San Luis Obispo has some public transportation and is somewhat bikeable.