The cheapest and fastest buses from Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
3 h 18 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
157 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
It's difficult to get from Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA without transferring at least 2 times.
1:42 AM3h18Glendale, CA5:00 AMSolana Beach, CA$541One-way2 transfers
1:42 AM3h18Glendale, CA5:00 AMSolana Beach, CA$541One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $35, and a flight costs an average of $308.
Distance: 97 miles (157 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$49 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $452 Average price | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 28m Average total duration 5h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA:
A train is $13 (€11) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA costing on average $49 (€40).
A train is $417 (€341) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA costing on average $452 (€371).
Other travel options to Solana Beach, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 33m.
Flight takes on average 5h 28m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Metro Los Angeles | Departure Time 01:42AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 3h18 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $45 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 05:14AM | Duration 1h44 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:44PM | Duration 2h14 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Live departures
Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:42 AM Glendale, CA | 3h18 | 5:00 AM Solana Beach, CA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA
Buses from Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $35 (€29) by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:15, the last at 21:25. The fastest bus covers the 97 miles (157 km) distance in 1h 44m.
Distance 97 miles (157 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 1h 44m |
First bus 5:15 AM |
Last bus 9:25 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: Metro Los Angeles from Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CAYou can travel by bus between Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA with Metro Los Angeles for as low as $35 (€29). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Solana Beach, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular bus stations from Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA
Most Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA buses use the Glendale, Train Station to station pair. Use this guide to compare Glendale, CA and Solana Beach, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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