The cheapest and fastest buses from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 28 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
It's difficult to get from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA without transferring at least once.








Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €21.
Distance: 62 miles (101 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€21 Average price Cheapest | €21 Average price |
1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA buses for today, Tuesday, January 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:56 AM Solana Beach, CA | 2h14 | 9:10 AM Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:22 AM Solana Beach, CA | 2h28 | 12:50 PM Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:17 PM Solana Beach, CA | 2h43 | 4:00 PM Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:52 PM Solana Beach, CA | 2h28 | 9:20 PM Santa Ana, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 9:55 PM Solana Beach, CA | 1h35 | 11:30 PM Santa Ana, CA | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Buses from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 62 miles (101 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 62 miles (101 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA start from as low as $25 (€20) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $26 (€21) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 13 daily trains from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA with 13 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 1h 40m but the average duration is 1h 23m
Train Operators
- Travel from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA with North County Transit
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is North County Transit.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from San Diego, Congress Street (Old Town Park), CA and arrive in Anaheim, Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC)
- First train typically departs at 12:15 AM and the last at 11:35 PM
Bus providers: North County Transit from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CAYou can travel by bus between Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA with North County Transit for as low as $25 (€20). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
North County Transit
FAQs: Bus from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Solana Beach, CA to Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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