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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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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$36 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price | $453 Average price | $22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration 3h 33m 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 $453 (€371).
Other travel options to Solana Beach, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 33m.
Flight takes on average 5h 28m.
Tickets start at around $36 (€29) compared to roughly $22 (€18) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-13.69 (€-11.20). The journey takes 2h 48m versus 2h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 2:43 PM Glendale, CA | 2h36 | 5:19 PM Solana Beach, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:34 PM Glendale, CA | 2h45 | 7:19 PM Solana Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA
Trains from Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $35 (€29) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 21:36. The fastest train covers the 97 miles (157 km) distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 97 miles (157 km) |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€29) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 9:36 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Amtrak, Metrolink Trains from Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA trainsAmtrak, Metrolink Trains trains will get you between Glendale, CA and Solana Beach, CA from $35 (€29). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA by train. 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 train, 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Glendale, CA to Solana Beach, CA
- Yoshinoya
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with both short-term and long-term options
- Pizza Port Solana Beach
- The Fish Market
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Free for passengers
- Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Del Mar/Solana Beach
- Holiday Inn Express & Suites Solana Beach-Del Mar
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform 1: northbound trains
- Platform 2: southbound trains
- Bus: North County Transit District (NCTD) Breeze buses
- Train: Amtrak Pacific Surfliner
- COASTER commuter trains
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