The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 2 trains that leave Los Angeles, CA for Solana Beach, CA on Sun, Jul 12, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 148 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 3 h 27 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.
11:10 PM2h12Los Angeles, CA1:22 AMSolana Beach, CA$341One-way0 transfers
11:28 PM3h27Los Angeles, CA2:55 AMSolana Beach, CA$351One-way0 transfers
11:10 PM2h12Los Angeles, CA1:22 AMSolana Beach, CA$341One-way0 transfers
11:28 PM3h27Los Angeles, CA2:55 AMSolana Beach, CA$351One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $33, and a bus costs an average of $23.
Distance: 91 miles (148 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $35 Average price | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 21m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA:
A train is $0.27 (€0.22) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA costing on average $35 (€28).
Other travel options to Solana Beach, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 51m.
Tickets start at around $34 (€28) compared to roughly $21 (€17) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-13.36 (€-10.99). The journey takes 2h 10m versus 1h 42m 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
Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:10 AM Los Angeles, CA | 2h09 | 7:19 AM Solana Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 AM Los Angeles, CA | 2h09 | 8:19 AM Solana Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:10 PM Los Angeles, CA | 2h12 | 1:22 AM Solana Beach, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€28) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (148 km) distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 91 miles (148 km) |
Average train duration 2h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€28) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 4:40 AM |
Last train 10:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and Solana Beach, CA from $23 (€19). 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 Los Angeles, CA to Solana Beach, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, 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.

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