The cheapest and fastest trains from Goleta, CA to Solana Beach, CA
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$49
Fastest journey
5 h 56 m
Average duration
5 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Goleta, 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 Goleta, CA to Solana Beach, CA will cost around $49 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
Of the 1 trains that leave Goleta, CA for Solana Beach, CA on Wed, Jun 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 286 km distance in an average of 5 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 56 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 5 h 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:26 PM5h56Goleta, CA1:22 AMSolana Beach, CA$491One-way0 transfers
7:26 PM5h56Goleta, CA1:22 AMSolana Beach, CA$491One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Goleta, CA to Solana Beach, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Goleta, CA to Solana Beach, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $316.
Distance: 177 miles (286 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$49 Average price Cheapest | $320 Average price | $125 Average price |
6h 18m Average total duration 5h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration Fastest 3h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration 8h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Goleta, CA to Solana Beach, CA:
A train is $76 (€62) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Goleta, CA to Solana Beach, CA costing on average $125 (€101).
A train is $271 (€219) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Goleta, CA to Solana Beach, CA costing on average $320 (€259).
Other travel options to Solana Beach, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 48m.
Bus takes on average 8h 53m.
Live departures
Goleta, CA to Solana Beach, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Goleta, CA to Solana Beach, CA trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:39 AM Goleta, CA | 5h43 | 12:22 PM Solana Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:31 AM Goleta, CA | 5h48 | 2:19 PM Solana Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:31 PM Goleta, CA | 5h48 | 7:19 PM Solana Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:25 PM Goleta, CA | 5h54 | 10:19 PM Solana Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 PM Goleta, CA | 5h49 | 12:19 AM Solana Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Goleta, CA to Solana Beach, CA
Trains from Goleta, CA to Solana Beach, CA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 18:38. The fastest train covers the 177 miles (286 km) distance in 5h 56m.
Distance 177 miles (286 km) |
Average train duration 5h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 5h 56m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 6:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Amtrak from Goleta, CA to Solana Beach, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Goleta, CA and Solana Beach, CA from $48 (€39). 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 Goleta, CA to Solana Beach, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Goleta, 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 Goleta, CA to Solana Beach, CA
- 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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