The cheapest and fastest trains from Los Angeles, CA to Solvang, CA
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$39
Fastest journey
3 h 32 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
184 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Solvang, 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 Solvang, CA will cost around $39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
It's difficult to get from Los Angeles, CA to Solvang, CA without transferring at least once.
785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK7:13 PM3h37Union Station, Los Angeles, CA10:50 PMSolvang, CA$391One-way1 transfer
769 Pacific Surfliner · 4769 AMTRAK11:13 AM3h32Union Station, Los Angeles, CA2:45 PMSolvang, CA$391One-way1 transfer
769 Pacific Surfliner · 4769 AMTRAK11:13 AM3h32Union Station, Los Angeles, CA2:45 PMSolvang, CA$391One-way1 transfer
785 Pacific Surfliner · 4785 AMTRAK7:13 PM3h37Union Station, Los Angeles, CA10:50 PMSolvang, CA$391One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Los Angeles, CA to Solvang, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Solvang, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $37, and a flight costs an average of $206.
Distance: 114 miles (184 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$39 Average price Cheapest | $429 Average price | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 57m Average total duration 3h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to Solvang, CA:
A train is $390 (€311) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Solvang, CA costing on average $429 (€342).
Other travel options to Solvang, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 15m.
Train takes on average 3h 27m.
Tickets start at around $39 (€31) compared to roughly $27 (€22) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-11.32 (€-9.03). The journey takes 3h 27m versus 2h 21m 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 Solvang, CA train times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Solvang, CA trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:13 PM Los Angeles, CA | 3h32 | 8:45 PM Solvang, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:13 PM Los Angeles, CA | 3h32 | 10:45 PM Solvang, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
![]() | 3:13 AM Los Angeles, CA | 3h37 | 6:50 AM Solvang, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Los Angeles, CA to Solvang, CA
Trains from Los Angeles, CA to Solvang, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 19:26. The fastest train covers the 114 miles (184 km) distance in 3h 32m.
Distance 114 miles (184 km) |
Average train duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 32m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 7:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Amtrak from Los Angeles, CA to Solvang, CA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Los Angeles, CA and Solvang, CA from $37 (€30). 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 Solvang, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Solvang, 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 Solvang, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Los Angeles, CA to Solvang, CA
- 4:30 AM - 1:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Vignes Street and Cesar Chavez Avenue.
- Traxx Restaurant
- Union Station Cafe
- Philippe The Original
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, restrooms.
- $1
- DoubleTree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown
- Miyako Hotel Los Angeles
- Omni Los Angeles Hotel at California Plaza
- Cost $10
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: Main entrance, platforms for Amtrak and Metrolink
- Hall 2: Metro Rail connections
- Hall 3: Bus terminal
- Metro: Red Line, Purple Line, Gold Line
- Bus: Several lines available including DASH and Metro Bus
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- $0.50
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metro: Orange Line
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station is a single-level facility with platforms for Metrolink and Amtrak services.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Metrolink: Ventura County Line
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